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UUID Generator

Generate random version 4 UUIDs, one or a hundred at a time.

  • 100% free
  • Cryptographically secure
  • Runs in your browser
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Version 4 UUIDs from your browser's secure random generator.

Last reviewed by the OnlineToolPro team

What is the UUID Generator?

A UUID is a 128-bit identifier that's practically guaranteed to be unique. These are version 4 UUIDs made from your browser's secure random generator.

How it works

How to use the UUID Generator

3 simple steps. No experience needed.

What can you use it for?

  • Create IDs for database records or test data.
  • Generate unique keys for files or requests.
  • Fill a spreadsheet with unique identifiers.

UUID vs GUID

They're the same thing. GUID is Microsoft's name for a UUID. Both are 128-bit identifiers written as 32 hexadecimal characters, usually in five hyphen-separated groups.

When to use version 4

Version 4 UUIDs are completely random, so they reveal nothing about when or where they were created. They're ideal for database keys, file names and request IDs.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can two UUIDs be the same?

In theory, but the chance is so small it can be ignored for any practical purpose.

How many UUIDs can I generate at once?

Up to 100 at a time, with or without hyphens. Copy them or download them as a text file.

Are they safe to use as secret tokens?

They come from a cryptographically secure generator, but UUIDs are designed as identifiers. For secrets, use a dedicated token generator with more randomness.

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