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UUID generator

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UUID generator

Generate UUID v4 (random), v7 (time-ordered, ideal as DB primary keys), or Nil. Bulk output in several formats — uppercase, no-dash, braces.

128-bit layout UUID v4
first id
Engineering notes

Versions

  • v4: 122 random bits → ≈5.3×10³⁶ unique IDs. Use everywhere unless you need ordering.
  • v7: 48-bit Unix ms timestamp + 74 random bits. Sortable, index-friendly, no MAC leak.
  • v1 (deprecated): leaks MAC address — avoid.

Reality

  • Hash collisions: 50% chance after ~2.7×10¹⁸ v4 IDs. Practically zero.
  • Store as 16 raw bytes (UNIQUEIDENTIFIER / BINARY(16)) — saves vs 36-char string.

Result

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