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UUID Generator

Generate universally unique identifiers (UUIDs, also called GUIDs) right in your browser. Pick a version, click Generate, and copy the result — nothing is sent to a server.

Console uuid-generator

Random. The most common choice.

Operation

  1. 01 Choose a UUID version: v1 (time-based), v4 (random) or v7 (time-ordered).
  2. 02 Click Generate to produce a new UUID.
  3. 03 Click Copy to put it on your clipboard.

Reference

Which UUID version should I use?
Use v4 (random) for general-purpose unique IDs. Use v7 when you want time-ordered, sortable IDs that index well in databases. Use v1 only when you specifically need a timestamp-based identifier.
What is a v7 UUID?
A version 7 UUID embeds a Unix millisecond timestamp in its most significant bits, so the IDs sort chronologically while still being globally unique. It is recommended for new systems.
Are the UUIDs generated on a server?
No. Every UUID is generated locally in your browser using the Web Crypto API. Nothing is transmitted or stored, so it is safe for sensitive use.

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