hashalgorithm

noun

UK /hæʃ ˈælɡərɪðəm/

US /hæʃ ˈælɡərɪðəm/

A hashalgorithm is a set of steps a computer uses to turn any piece of information into a short secret code.

The website uses a hashalgorithm to keep passwords safe.

SYNONYMS

hash function hashing method message digest algorithm cryptographic hash checksum function

RELATED WORDS

encryption password checksum data security digest

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A math rule that changes data into a fixed-size string of characters.

The hashalgorithm always makes a 64-character code.

3. A tool that helps computers quickly find stored information.

The database uses a hashalgorithm to look up files fast.

4. A way to check whether a file has been changed.

They compared the hashalgorithm results to see if the download was complete.