Calculate RipeMD-160 Hash – Free Online RipeMD-160 Generator

Compute RipeMD-160 hash from text in your browser. Client-side only. Used in Bitcoin and other applications.

What is the RipeMD-160 Hash tool?

This tool computes the RipeMD-160 hash of any text. RipeMD-160 is a 160-bit hash used in Bitcoin (with SHA-256) and elsewhere. All hashing runs in your browser; your data never leaves your device.

Key features

• Client-side — No server uploads.
• UTF-8 input — Any text. Empty input gives the RipeMD-160 of the empty string.
• Instant — Hash updates as you type.
• Copy — One-click copy.

How to use

1. Open Calculate RipeMD-160 Hash.
2. Paste or type your text.
3. Copy the RipeMD-160 hash.

When to use RipeMD-160

• Bitcoin — Addresses use RipeMD-160(SHA-256(data)).
• Systems that require RipeMD-160. For general use, SHA-256 is more common.

Frequently asked questions

What is RipeMD-160 used for?

RipeMD-160 is a 160-bit hash used in Bitcoin (with SHA-256) and other applications. It is considered more secure than MD5.

What input does the tool accept?

Any text. Input is encoded as UTF-8 before hashing.

Is RipeMD-160 secure?

It is stronger than MD5/SHA-1 but less common than SHA-256. Use SHA-256 for maximum compatibility.

Is my data sent to a server?

No. Hashing runs entirely in your browser.

When should I use RipeMD-160?

When you need Bitcoin address compatibility or a system that specifically requires RipeMD-160.

Why does my hash differ?

Ensure the same UTF-8 input. Extra characters or encoding differences change the hash.

Try the tool

Use Calculate RipeMD-160 Hash. See Hash Generator, SHA-256, or All Hashes.

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