File Tools

Generate SHA-256 checksums for selected files.

Checksums calculates SHA-256 values for files so you can verify downloads, compare files, or create checksum sidecars.

No account or card required. Local-first Mac app.

Foldout Generate SHA-256 checksums for selected files tool screen on macOS
Works locallyDesigned for on-Mac processing.
Signed and notarizedBuilt for Apple Silicon Macs.
No app telemetryNo usage tracking from Foldout itself.
Free 14-day trialNo account or card required.
What it does

Built for the common jobs people usually send to separate apps.

Generate SHA-256 checksums.

Handle multiple selected files.

Copy or write checksum results where supported.

Detailed capabilities

What Checksums covers.

Concrete features, inputs, and workflow details for this tool.

Core capabilities

Generate SHA-256 checksums. Handle multiple selected files. Copy or write checksum results where supported.

Inputs and scope

Works with files.

How the workflow runs

Add files. Run checksum generation. Review the generated hashes. Copy or save the results.

Checksums use cases

Common uses include download verification, release files, archive checks, and file comparison.

How to use it

From opening the tool to saving the result.

  1. 01

    Add files.

  2. 02

    Run checksum generation.

  3. 03

    Review the generated hashes.

  4. 04

    Copy or save the results.

Questions

Before you try Checksums

Does it hash folders?

Checksums works on selected files.

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Use Checksums free for 14 days.

No account, no card, and no upload required for local file tools.