In PHP, how do I hash strings with Composer?

To hash strings in PHP, you can leverage the power of Composer to include robust libraries such as password_hash. Hashing is essential for securely storing user passwords and protecting sensitive data.

Here’s a simple example of how to use the password_hash function to hash a string:


        <?php
        // Hash the password
        $password = 'your_secure_password';
        $hashedPassword = password_hash($password, PASSWORD_DEFAULT);
        
        // Verify the password
        if (password_verify($password, $hashedPassword)) {
            echo 'Password is valid!';
        } else {
            echo 'Invalid password.';
        }
        ?>

With the above code, you can securely hash a password and verify it later.