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UUID Generator
Generate UUIDs, ULIDs, and NanoIDs. Bulk generate up to 25 at once and copy with one click.
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What is a UUID?
A UUID (Universally Unique Identifier) is a 128-bit identifier that is unique across space and time. UUIDs are commonly used in databases, distributed systems, and APIs.
UUID versions
- •UUID v4: Random. Most commonly used, great for general purposes
- •UUID v7: Time-ordered. Sortable by creation time, ideal for database keys
Alternatives
- •ULID: 26 characters, case-insensitive, sortable
- •NanoID: 21 characters, URL-safe, compact
When to use each type
- •UUID v4: General purpose, maximum compatibility
- •UUID v7: Database primary keys, when time-ordering matters
- •ULID: When you need sortability and case-insensitivity
- •NanoID: URLs, user-facing IDs, when space is limited
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