UUID Generator
Description
The UUID Generator is a tool designed to generate universally unique identifiers (UUIDs) based on various versions. UUIDs are used in many applications and systems where uniqueness is required.
What is UUID?
A UUID (Universally Unique Identifier) is a 128-bit number used to uniquely identify information in computer systems. It is standardized by the Open Software Foundation (OSF) as part of the Distributed Computing Environment (DCE).
Benefits
- Provides a unique identifier for each generated UUID.
- Supports different versions of UUIDs, including v1, v4, and v7.
- Allows generating empty/null UUIDs for specific use cases.
How to Use
To use the UUID Generator:
- Select a UUID version from the dropdown list.
- Click on the “Generate” button to generate the corresponding UUID.
- Optionally, click on the “Reset” button to clear the generated UUID and reset to the default version (v4).
- The generated UUID will appear in the result text area.
- Click on the copy icon next to the text area to copy the UUID to the clipboard.
FAQs
What is a UUID?
A UUID (Universally Unique Identifier) is a 128-bit identifier used to uniquely identify information in computer systems.
How does the UUID Generator work?
The UUID Generator tool allows you to select a UUID version and generate a corresponding UUID with a simple click of a button.
What versions of UUID are supported?
Our tool supports UUID versions 1, 4, and 7, along with the option to generate an empty/null UUID.
Can I copy the generated UUID?
Yes, you can easily copy the generated UUID to your clipboard by clicking on the copy icon next to the result.
Is the UUID Generator tool free to use?
Yes, the UUID Generator tool is completely free to use and accessible to all users.
Reference
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