UUID v4 Generator

Generate cryptographically-random UUID v4 values. Bulk generate and copy with one click.

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What is UUID v4?

UUID v4 is a randomly generated 128-bit identifier. With 2¹²² possible values, collision probability is astronomically low. Used for database primary keys, session tokens, and unique identifiers.

Format

xxxxxxxx-xxxx-4xxx-yxxx-xxxxxxxxxxxx

32 hex characters separated by dashes in 5 groups (8-4-4-4-12). The 4th group always starts with '4' indicating version 4.

How to Generate UUIDs Online

  1. 1. Select the Count (1, 5, 10, or 25) to generate multiple UUIDs at once.
  2. 2. Optionally enable UPPERCASE or No dashes formatting.
  3. 3. Click Generate to create fresh UUIDs.
  4. 4. Hover over any UUID and click Copy, or use Copy All to copy the full list.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a UUID and when should I use it?

A UUID (Universally Unique Identifier) is a 128-bit label used to uniquely identify information. Use UUIDs as primary keys in databases, unique file names, session tokens, API resource IDs, or any context where you need a globally unique value without a central authority.

How unique is a UUID v4?

UUID v4 has 122 bits of randomness, providing 5.3×10³⁶ possible values. The probability of generating two identical UUIDs is so low it is effectively impossible in practice — lower than the chance of a meteor hitting your data center.

What is the difference between UUID v1, v4, and v7?

UUID v1 is time-based and includes the MAC address, revealing when and where it was created. UUID v4 is fully random. UUID v7 is a newer standard that combines a millisecond timestamp with random bits, making it sortable while still being unique.

Are these UUIDs cryptographically secure?

Yes — this tool uses the browser's crypto.getRandomValues() API (via the uuid library) which generates cryptographically strong random numbers, suitable for security-sensitive use cases.