String to Hash API

String to Hash API

Introducing the String to Hash API: Seamlessly convert any string into its secure SHA-256 hash representation. Send a POST request to the /convert endpoint with your desired string in the JSON body, and receive the hash as a JSON object in response. Ideal for ensuring data integrity and security in various applications.

API description

About the API:  

String to Hash API: Secure Your Data with SHA-256 Hashing

In the realm of data security and cryptography, the importance of hashing cannot be overstated. The String to Hash API is your indispensable tool for effortlessly converting any given string into its highly secure SHA-256 hash representation. Whether you're working on data integrity, user authentication, or any application requiring cryptographic security, this API empowers you with a straightforward and efficient method for obtaining SHA-256 hashes.

Effortless Conversion Process

The API's functionality is simple yet powerful. It allows you to submit a POST request to the /convert endpoint, providing the string you wish to hash in a JSON format. The server processes your request and swiftly responds with the SHA-256 hash encapsulated in a JSON object. This streamlined process makes securing your data a seamless endeavor.

The Power of SHA-256

SHA-256, or Secure Hash Algorithm 256-bit, stands as a stalwart in the world of cryptographic hash functions. Renowned for its robust security features and data integrity assurances, it's widely used in various security protocols, including blockchain technology. SHA-256 hashes are virtually irreversible, ensuring the original input string cannot be reconstructed from the hash.

 

What this API receives and what your API provides (input/output)?

Pass the string and receive the SHA-256.

 

What are the most common use cases of this API?

  1. Password Storage and Authentication:

    • Websites and applications can use the API to securely store and verify user passwords. Instead of storing plaintext passwords, the API allows them to store and compare the hashed versions, enhancing user data security.
  2. Data Integrity Verification:

    • Organizations can use the API to ensure the integrity of data during transmission or storage. By hashing data before and after transfer, they can detect any unauthorized alterations or tampering.
  3. Digital Signatures:

    • Digital signatures rely on hashing algorithms to ensure the authenticity and integrity of electronic documents, contracts, or messages. The API can be used to generate and verify these digital signatures, providing trust in electronic communications.
  4. Blockchain and Cryptocurrency:

    • Blockchain networks, including cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, heavily depend on cryptographic hashing for securing transactions and blocks. The API can be utilized to calculate and validate these hashes within blockchain applications.
  5. File Verification and Deduplication:

    • In data storage systems, deduplication is often performed by comparing file hashes. The API can assist in generating and comparing hashes to identify and eliminate duplicate files, optimizing storage efficiency.

 

Are there any limitations to your plans?

Besides the number of API calls available for the plan, there are no other limitations. 

API Documentation

Endpoints


Generate a SHA-256 hash for a string. 



                                                                            
GET https://zylalabs.com/api/2609/string+to+hash+api/2611/encrypt
                                                                            
                                                                        

Encrypt - Endpoint Features
Object Description
string [Required]
Test Endpoint

API EXAMPLE RESPONSE

       
                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            {"sha256":"3b41d4bc4fcec64fb0924e9080495520938b17443b11ef41750784872c0d4e8c"}
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                    

Encrypt - CODE SNIPPETS


curl --location --request GET 'https://zylalabs.com/api/2609/string+to+hash+api/2611/encrypt?string=Encrypt this text' --header 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' 

    

API Access Key & Authentication

After signing up, every developer is assigned a personal API access key, a unique combination of letters and digits provided to access to our API endpoint. To authenticate with the String to Hash API REST API, simply include your bearer token in the Authorization header.

Headers

Header Description
Authorization [Required] Should be Bearer access_key. See "Your API Access Key" above when you are subscribed.


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The String to Hash API is a programmatic interface that facilitates the conversion of input strings into SHA-256 hash representations, enhancing data security and integrity.

Access to the API typically requires an API key or token provided by the API provider. Users can send a POST request to the /convert endpoint with the desired string in JSON format to obtain the corresponding SHA-256 hash.

SHA-256 (Secure Hash Algorithm 256-bit) is a cryptographic hash function known for its robust security features. It takes an input and produces a fixed-size (256-bit) hash value, making it virtually impossible to reverse-engineer the original string.

Yes, the API can be used to hash sensitive data such as passwords or personal information. However, it's crucial to ensure that the hashed data is adequately protected during storage and transmission.

Yes, you can verify data integrity by comparing the SHA-256 hash of the original data with the hash of the received or stored data. A mismatch indicates potential data tampering.

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