How to generate CRC-16 checksum?
Using our CRC-16 generator is simple:
- Paste or type your text in the input box.
- The CRC-16 checksum will be generated automatically as you type.
- Copy the generated checksum for use in your projects.
What is CRC-16?
CRC-16 (Cyclic Redundancy Check 16-bit) is an error-detection code used to detect accidental changes to data. It produces a 16-bit checksum value. CRC is not a cryptographic hash function - it's designed for error detection, not security.
CRC-16 use cases
- Error detection: Detect accidental data corruption.
- Data integrity: Verify data hasn't been corrupted during transmission.
- Network protocols: Used in various network protocols.
- Storage systems: Verify data integrity in storage systems.
- Communication: Error detection in serial communications.