System File Type – sha256

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System File Type

sha256

Structured Data
Windows Explorer icon for the sha256 file type in OneDrive folders

Overview

A text file recording one or more SHA-256 digest values.

Characteristics

Usually contains hexadecimal 256-bit hashes, optionally paired with filenames; it verifies integrity but does not encrypt content.

Common Uses

Download verification, artifact manifests, change detection, reproducible builds, and evidence checks.

Compatible Programs

  • PowerShell
  • certutil
  • sha256sum
  • Visual Studio Code

Sources

sha256 Available by Year Taken/Created

sha256 — Live from Microsoft

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