Security
PBKDF2 Generator
Derive cryptographic key material with PBKDF2 using configurable salt, iterations and hash algorithm.
Tool
Derive cryptographic key material with PBKDF2 using configurable salt, iterations and hash algorithm.
This tool runs in your browser. Your input is processed locally and is not uploaded.
About this Tool
Use this PBKDF2 generator for compatibility testing, key derivation experiments and migration work. Configure the salt, iteration count, digest and output length while keeping all inputs local.
Examples
- PBKDF2 with SHA-256
- Derive a 256-bit key
- Test 600000 PBKDF2 iterations
Frequently Asked Questions
What does PBKDF2 do?
PBKDF2 repeatedly applies a pseudorandom function to a password and salt to derive key material.
Why are iterations important?
A higher iteration count makes each password guess more expensive for attackers.
Should the salt be secret?
No. The salt may be stored with the derived value, but it should be random and unique for each password.