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A cryptographic hash function used to identify perfect duplicates.

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Feb 4, 2026

How does Google’s Hash Matching API generate and format image hashes sent to NCMEC?

generates digital “hashes” or fingerprints for images and videos using automated hashing and fingerprinting tools, then shares those fingerprints with ’s hash-sharing system so organizations can match...

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