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UUID / ULID / NanoID Generator

What are UUIDs, ULIDs, and NanoIDs?

These are all forms of universally unique identifiers used in software development to uniquely identify records. UUIDv4 is the standard 128-bit random ID. ULID is a lexicographically sortable alternative that encodes the timestamp. NanoID is a compact, URL-friendly ID generator.

Why Use Our ID Generator?

Our tool allows you to instantly generate up to 1000 IDs of any type securely in your browser. It clearly explains the pros and cons of each format, helping you choose the right identifier for your database schema.

What this tool does

Three ID formats: UUIDv4, sortable ULID, and compact NanoID
Bulk generation: Generate up to 1000 IDs at once
One-click copy: Copy the entire generated list to your clipboard

How to Use

Select Format: Click the tab for the type of ID you need: UUID, ULID, or NanoID.
Configure Quantity: Enter how many IDs you want to generate at once (up to 1000).
Generate & Copy: Click "Generate New IDs" and then "Copy All" to instantly grab the entire list.

Glossary

Lexicographically Sortable: Items that can be sorted alphabetically or numerically. ULIDs encode a timestamp so they naturally sort by creation time.
UUID (Universally Unique Identifier): A 128-bit identifier, standardized in RFC 4122, designed to be unique across systems without central coordination. Version 4 (UUIDv4) is generated from random bits.
ULID: A 128-bit identifier that encodes a millisecond timestamp in its first component, making ULIDs sort chronologically while remaining globally unique.
NanoID: A compact, URL-safe unique ID generator that produces shorter strings than UUID while maintaining a comparably low collision probability.

Frequently Asked Questions about UUID / ULID / NanoID Generator

Yes. For UUIDs, we use the browser's native crypto.randomUUID() which is cryptographically secure. ULID and NanoID generation also rely on secure random number generators.

ULIDs encode a timestamp at the beginning of the string, which means they can be sorted chronologically. This prevents database fragmentation when used as a primary key, making them faster to index than completely random UUIDs.

NanoID produces a shorter, URL-safe string than a standard UUID while keeping a comparably low collision probability — useful when ID length matters, like in short URLs or filenames.

No. All IDs are generated entirely client-side in your browser — nothing is transmitted or logged.

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