What Is a UUID?
A UUID (Universally Unique Identifier), also called a GUID, is a 128-bit identifier designed to be unique across systems without central coordination. Version 4 UUIDs are generated using random numbers, making collisions extremely unlikely.
Example Calculation
A typical UUID v4 looks like 3fa85f64-5717-4562-b3fc-2c963f66afa6.
Formula / Calculation Method
UUID v4 sets fixed version (4) and variant bits, and fills the remaining 122 bits with cryptographically random data.
How to Use This Tool
- Choose how many UUIDs you need (1–100).
- Toggle hyphens and uppercase formatting as needed.
- Click Generate UUIDs.
- Copy all results with one click.
Common Use Cases
Generating unique database record IDs
Creating test data for development
Naming temporary files or sessions uniquely
API request or trace IDs