# Hash Identifier

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RDRGTEmt5utZCTjOXRUbKLv

## Labels

**Preferred Label:** Document Hash

**Alternative Labels:**

- Digital Fingerprint
- Document Checksum

## Definition

A hash identifier, also known as a document checksum, is a unique alphanumeric code generated by applying a cryptographic hash function to the content of a document or file. This identifier serves as a digital fingerprint, ensuring the integrity and authenticity of the document by allowing any alterations to be easily detected.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RBlHKm2Sl9aQa1SWLfievei

**Deprecated:** False