How do I generate a WordPress password hash?

Simply enter your desired password in the text field and click Generate. The WordPress hash will appear in the table using the same phpass algorithm WordPress uses. You can copy this hash and paste it directly into the wp_users table in your WordPress database.

What is Bcrypt cost and what value should I use?

Bcrypt cost determines the computational complexity of the hash (4-31). Higher values are more secure but slower. For modern applications, use cost 10-12 for good balance. Cost 13+ provides extra security for sensitive data but may impact performance.

Which hash algorithm is most secure?

For passwords, use Argon2id or Bcrypt with cost 10+. For general hashing, SHA-256 or SHA-512 are recommended. Avoid MD5 and SHA-1 for security-critical applications as they're vulnerable to collision attacks. WordPress uses its own implementation based on phpass.

Is this hash generator safe to use?

Yes, all hashing happens locally in your browser session. We don't store, log, or transmit your input data. The hashes are generated on-demand and displayed only to you. For maximum security with sensitive data, consider using offline tools.

Online Hash Generator

Q: What is a hash generator used for?

A hash generator creates one-way encrypted strings from plain text. It's essential for password storage, data integrity verification, digital signatures, and security testing. Developers use it to generate secure hashes for databases, while security professionals use it for testing and verification.

Hash Type	Generated Hash	Action
Your Input
Bcrypt (Custom Cost)
WordPress Password
Argon2id
Bcrypt (Default)
Bcrypt (Cost 10)
Bcrypt (Cost 13)
SHA-512
SHA-256
SHA-1
MD5

How It Works & FAQ

Problems This Tool Solves

Quickly generate secure password hashes for database storage
Test hash functions without installing software
Create WordPress-compatible password hashes for direct database updates
Compare different hashing algorithms for security analysis
Generate checksums for file integrity verification

How to Use This Hash Generator

Enter your text: Type or paste the text you want to hash in the input field
Optional - Set Bcrypt cost: For custom Bcrypt security, enter a cost between 4-31 (higher = more secure)
Click Generate: Press the green "Generate Hashes" button to create all hash types instantly
Copy your hash: Click the orange "Copy" button next to any hash to copy it to your clipboard

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is a hash generator used for?
A: Hash generators create one-way encrypted strings from plain text. They\'re essential for storing passwords securely, verifying data integrity, creating digital signatures, and security testing. Unlike encryption, hashes cannot be reversed to reveal the original text.

Q: How do I use the WordPress password hash?
A: The WordPress hash uses the same phpass algorithm as WordPress core. You can copy this hash and paste it directly into the user_pass field in your wp_users database table. This is useful for resetting passwords when you have database access but not admin access.

Q: What\'s the difference between hash algorithms?
A: MD5/SHA-1: Fast but vulnerable to attacks, use only for checksums. SHA-256/512: Secure for general hashing. Bcrypt/Argon2id: Designed specifically for passwords with built-in salting. WordPress: Uses portable phpass for compatibility.

Q: What does Bcrypt cost mean?
A: Bcrypt cost (4-31) controls the computational complexity. Each increment doubles the time needed to generate the hash. Cost 10 takes ~0.1 seconds, cost 11 takes ~0.2 seconds, etc. Higher costs resist brute-force attacks better but take longer to compute.

Q: Which hash should I use for passwords?
A: For new applications, use Argon2id or Bcrypt with cost 10-12. For WordPress sites, use the WordPress hash. Never use MD5 or SHA-1 for passwords as they\'re too fast and vulnerable to rainbow table attacks.

Q: Is my data safe when using this tool?
A: Yes, all hashing happens in your browser session. We don\'t store, log, or transmit your input data to any server. The generated hashes are displayed only to you and disappear when you refresh the page.

Q: Can hashes be reversed to get the original text?
A: No, cryptographic hashes are one-way functions designed to be irreversible. While weak hashes like MD5 can sometimes be "cracked" using rainbow tables or brute force, the original text cannot be mathematically derived from the hash.

Q: Why are there multiple Bcrypt options?
A: Different applications require different security levels. Lower costs (7-9) are faster but less secure, suitable for testing. Medium costs (10-12) balance security and performance for production. High costs (13+) provide maximum security for sensitive data.

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