HashTools computes and checks hashes with just one click! Supports CRC32, MD5, SHA1, SHA256, SHA384, SHA512 and SFV's, as well as integration into the Windows Explorer context menu for one-click access.
Publisher’s description
What is HashTools?
HashTools by Binary Fortress Software is free Windows software in the system utilities category.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (Inno Setup) installers for 64-bit and 32-bit Windows. The main installer is 25.5 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 4.8.4.0, released on July 22, 2026. The version history goes back to December 15, 2021: 9 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 2 releases a year.
Popularity and file types
The Chocolatey package has been downloaded 6,163 times. Similar programs include AutoHotkey, Bazel and osquery.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Free to use
- Documented silent install
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: HashTools is a free system utilitie tool for 64-bit and 32-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is HashTools safe to download?
- The file is served by binaryfortressdownloads.com; check that it is the publisher’s official mirror
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
F3BA1F1A952A4D26E85078B8A1B0D087F91A65A51300775C37D4E569DA384B31· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 9 versions ›9 versions over 5 years · about 2 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.8.4.0Latest | July 22, 2026 | 25.5 MB | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 4.8.3.0 | December 18, 2025 | 24.3 MB | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup)32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 4.8.2.0 | December 9, 2024 | 22.2 MB | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup)32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 4.8.1.0 | June 27, 2024 | 19.4 MB | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 4.8.0.0 | September 28, 2023 | 7.1 MB | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 4.7.1.0 | August 17, 2023 | 7.0 MB | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 4.5.1.0 | March 30, 2022 | 4.7 MB | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup)64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 4.5.0.0 | March 22, 2022 | 4.7 MB | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id BinaryFortress.HashTools -echoco install hashtools -yHashToolsSetup-4.8.4.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Binary Fortress Software
- Category
- System utilities
- Licence
- Freeware
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Version
- 4.8.4.0
- Released
- July 22, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- December 15, 2021
- Versions listed
- 9
- Updates / year
- 2
- Chocolatey downloads
- 6,163
- Website
- binaryfortress.com
- winget ID
- BinaryFortress.HashTools
- Chocolatey package
- hashtools
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Frequently asked questions
Is HashTools free?
Yes. HashTools is free to use.
Is HashTools safe to download?
The download comes from binaryfortressdownloads.com; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install HashTools with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can HashTools be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does HashTools run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit and 32-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of HashTools?
The versions page lists all 9 versions with links to their official installer files, back to December 15, 2021.
What are alternatives to HashTools?
AutoHotkey, Bazel, osquery, Windows File Manager and LocalSend. The alternatives page compares them.
