How to Verify Downloads with SHA256 Checksums

Checksums help you verify a file was not modified in transit. This is one of the best safety steps for downloads.

What is a checksum?

A checksum is a hash (like SHA256) that uniquely identifies a file. If the hash matches, the file is likely intact.

How to use

  • Download the file
  • Compute SHA256 locally
  • Compare with the publisher-provided hash

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