UUID v3 Generator
Generate deterministic Version 3 UUIDs using MD5 hashing of a namespace and a specific name.
In-Depth Guide
Everything you need to know
A UUID Version 3 is a deterministic identifier created by hashing a namespace identifier and a name using MD5. This means the same input will always produce the same UUID.
Why Use v3?
- Consistency: Useful when you need to generate the same ID for the same resource across different systems.
- Mapping: Convert existing string-based IDs (like usernames or URLs) into standard 128-bit UUIDs.
- Legacy: Used in systems where MD5 hashing is the established standard for ID generation.