ULID Generator - Professional Unique Identifier Tool with Time Sorting
What is ULID?
ULID (Universally Unique Lexicographically Sortable Identifier) is a modern alternative to UUID that combines the benefits of unique identification with lexicographic sorting capabilities. Unlike traditional UUIDs, ULIDs are designed to be:- Time-ordered: ULIDs generated later will sort after ULIDs generated earlier
- Compact: 26 characters using Crockford's Base32 encoding
- URL-safe: No special characters that need encoding
- Case-insensitive: Reduces human error when manually handling
- Monotonic: Within the same millisecond, ULIDs are guaranteed to sort correctly
ULID vs UUID Comparison
TABLE0Key Features
🚀 Batch Generation
Generate up to 100 ULIDs at once for bulk operations and testing scenarios.📋 Multiple Output Formats
- Raw Format: Plain ULID strings for direct use
- JSON Format: Structured output for API integration
⚡ Instant Copy & Download
- One-click copy to clipboard
- Bulk select all generated ULIDs
- Download results as text files
🔄 Real-time Generation
Instantly generate fresh ULIDs with timestamp precision down to milliseconds.Technical Specifications
ULID Structure
01AN4Z07BY 79KA1307SR9X4MV3
|----------| |----------------|
timestamp randomness
(48 bits) (80 bits)
- Timestamp: 48-bit integer representing milliseconds since Unix epoch
- Randomness: 80 bits of cryptographically strong random data
- Total: 128 bits of data encoded in 26 characters
Character Set
ULIDs use Crockford's Base32 encoding with the following characters:0123456789ABCDEFGHJKMNPQRSTVWXYZ
Note: Letters I, L, O, and U are excluded to avoid confusion.
Use Cases
🗄️ Database Primary Keys
Perfect for distributed databases where you need sortable primary keys without coordination.🌐 API Identifiers
Ideal for REST API resource identifiers that need to be URL-safe and sortable.📊 Event Logging
Excellent for log entries where chronological order is important.🔗 Distributed Systems
Great for microservices that need to generate unique IDs independently.📱 Mobile Applications
Suitable for offline-first apps that sync data later.How to Use
Step 1: Set Generation Parameters
- Quantity: Choose how many ULIDs to generate (1-100)
- Format: Select output format (Raw or JSON)
Step 2: Generate ULIDs
Click the "Refresh" button to generate new ULIDs with current timestamp.Step 3: Copy or Download
- Individual Copy: Click the copy button next to any ULID
- Select All: Use the select all button to highlight all generated ULIDs
- Download: Save all results to a text file
Example Output
Raw Format
01HGW2N3K8QJ9X4M7V2P5R8T6Y
01HGW2N3K9A1B2C3D4E5F6G7H8
01HGW2N3KAZ9Y8X7W6V5U4T3S2
JSON Format
[
{
"id": 1,
"ulid": "01HGW2N3K8QJ9X4M7V2P5R8T6Y",
"timestamp": "2024-01-15T10:30:45.123Z"
},
{
"id": 2,
"ulid": "01HGW2N3K9A1B2C3D4E5F6G7H8",
"timestamp": "2024-01-15T10:30:45.124Z"
}
]
Why Choose Our ULID Generator?
✅ Free & No Registration: Use immediately without any signup ✅ Browser-based: No software installation required ✅ Mobile-friendly: Works perfectly on all devices ✅ Privacy-focused: All generation happens in your browser ✅ Professional-grade: Follows official ULID specification ✅ Developer-friendly: Multiple output formats for easy integrationFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Are ULIDs truly unique? A: Yes, ULIDs provide 128 bits of uniqueness with extremely low collision probability, similar to UUIDs.Q: Can I use ULIDs as database primary keys? A: Absolutely! ULIDs are excellent for primary keys, especially in distributed systems.
Q: Are ULIDs sortable by creation time? A: Yes, ULIDs are lexicographically sortable by their creation timestamp.
Q: How many ULIDs can I generate? A: You can generate up to 100 ULIDs per batch. For larger quantities, simply run multiple batches.
Q: Are ULIDs case-sensitive? A: No, ULIDs are case-insensitive, making them more user-friendly than UUIDs.
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