Bcrypt Hash Generator — Secure Password Hashing
Quick Answer: Bcrypt is the industry standard for password hashing. It automatically generates a random salt, applies a configurable cost factor (work rounds), and produces a 60-character hash. Use cost factor 12 or higher for production systems in 2026.
FAQ
What cost factor should I use for bcrypt?
Use 12 as a minimum in 2026. Each increment doubles the computation time. Target 250ms-500ms per hash on your server hardware.
Why is bcrypt better than SHA-256 for passwords?
Bcrypt is intentionally slow and includes a built-in salt. SHA-256 is fast (bad for passwords) and requires manual salting. Bcrypt resists GPU brute-force attacks.