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UUID Generator

Generate cryptographically random UUIDs v4 for databases and APIs

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Generate cryptographically random UUIDs v4 instantly — free UUID generator for databases and APIs.

About UUID Generator

Generate cryptographically random UUID v4 identifiers instantly with our free UUID Generator. Create single UUIDs or batch-generate dozens at once for database seeding, API development, test data creation, and any application that needs unique identifiers.

UUIDs (Universally Unique Identifiers) are 128-bit identifiers used across virtually every software system. Database primary keys, API resource identifiers, session tokens, tracking IDs, file names — UUIDs appear everywhere in modern software. The UUID v4 format generates a random 128-bit number displayed in the standard 8-4-4-4-12 hexadecimal format.

Our generator uses the browser's cryptographically secure random number generator to produce genuine UUID v4 values that comply with RFC 4122 — the same standard used by AWS, Azure, and every major software platform.

Common Use Cases

Database primary key generationREST API resource IDsTest data seedingSession token generationDistributed system identifiers

Key Features

Generates RFC 4122 compliant UUID v4 identifiers
Uses cryptographically secure randomness (window.crypto)
Generate single or bulk UUIDs (up to 50 at once)
Both uppercase and lowercase format options
One-click copy per UUID or copy all
Generates instantly with no server calls

How to Use UUID Generator

  1. 1

    Click "Generate UUID" to create a new random UUID

  2. 2

    For multiple UUIDs, enter the quantity and click "Generate Bulk"

  3. 3

    Copy individual UUIDs or all at once

  4. 4

    Choose uppercase or lowercase format as needed

Why Use UUID Generator?

Database Primary Keys

UUIDs make excellent database primary keys for distributed systems where auto-increment integers would conflict across multiple database instances or microservices.

API Development

Generate test resource IDs for REST API development. UUIDs are the standard identifier format for most modern REST APIs and GraphQL APIs.

Test Data Generation

Seed test databases with realistic UUID values. Generate 50 UUIDs at once to populate test records without leaving your browser.

Session and Token IDs

Generate cryptographically secure random IDs for session tokens, invite codes, and temporary identifiers in web applications.

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