How to Verify BlockTheSpot Files (Hashes & Source)

Why verify at all

A file you download can differ from the file that was published. It might be a corrupted download, a copy from a site that changed it, or something altered in transit. Checking a hash is the simplest way to confirm that what you have is byte-identical to the release. It does not tell you the code is good, which is why the source and the release notes matter too. But it does establish that you have the file you intended to get, and that is the first question any verification should answer.

The published hashes for release 2026.02.12

GitHub records a SHA-256 digest for each release asset. We downloaded both assets from the official 2026.02.12 release on 7 October 2026, computed their hashes, and compared them with the digests GitHub reported. They matched exactly. The table below gives the full values.

These values describe release 2026.02.12 only. A later release will have different hashes, so always compare against the values published for the release you are using. We are not hosting the files themselves, and we do not provide them for download from this site.

Step 1: Get the files from the official source

Open the official releases page and download the two assets from the release you intend to use. Do not use a copy from another site, even if it claims to be identical, because that claim is exactly what you are checking.

Step 2: Compute the hash in PowerShell

Open PowerShell in the folder where you saved the files and run the following command for each file:

Get-FileHash -Algorithm SHA256 .\blockthespot.dll

Then repeat for chrome_elf.dll. PowerShell prints a Hash value, which you compare with the table above. Letters are not case-sensitive for the comparison, but the values must be identical. If you prefer a graphical tool, any reputable hash utility will produce the same SHA-256 value.

Step 3: Compare the sizes too

File size is a quick extra check. The release files should match the sizes in the table: 280,064 bytes for blockthespot.dll and 694,272 bytes for chrome_elf.dll. A different size is a strong sign the file was changed, even before you compare hashes.

Step 4: Decide what a mismatch means

• A match means the file is identical to the release GitHub recorded. That confirms the file, not the code's quality, which you judge separately.
• A mismatch means do not install that file. Download it again from the official releases page. If the mismatch persists, ask in the project's community before you proceed, and check the status page for changes.

Step 5: Read the code and the release notes

A hash proves identity, not safety. The next layer of checking is the source. The official repository is public, and its config.ini is short enough to read in full, which is worth doing before you install. Our config.ini guide explains each section, so you know what to look for. Read the release notes too, because they describe what changed between versions.

Building from source

The official README suggests compiling your own copy and comparing it with the release. The copy we read does not include build steps, and we have not tested a build process. Building a Windows DLL from source requires a development toolchain and a clear understanding of how the project is put together, so we cannot give you tested instructions. If you want to try, rely on the project's own guidance, and treat any third-party build instructions with the same caution as any other unverified download.

Watch for changed or unofficial copies

Because the official repository is archived, older copies, forks, and mirrors will keep circulating. The most reliable habit is to start every install from the official releases page, not from a search result or a saved link. Our fake sites guide explains how to recognise copies you should avoid.

Keep a record

After you verify a file, note the release tag, the date, and the hash values you matched. If something changes later, that record lets you tell whether the file on your computer is the one you checked. It is a small step that makes troubleshooting far easier.

Summary

Verify the two release files with SHA-256 before you install. The hashes for release 2026.02.12 are in the table above, and they matched GitHub's recorded digests when we checked. A match confirms identity. Read the config and release notes for the rest, and treat any mismatch as a reason to stop.

Recording your verification

Once you have verified a file, record it. Note the file name, the size, the hash you computed, the release tag, and the date. Keep the note with your backup. If a file changes later, the record tells you whether the file on your computer is the one you checked. It takes two minutes and saves hours of uncertainty.

Why hashes change between releases

A new release produces new files, so its hashes will differ from older ones. That is expected and does not mean the new release is suspicious. It means you should compare each file with the hash published for the release you intend to use, not with the hash from an older release you once checked.

What a verified file does and does not tell you

A matching hash confirms that your file is identical to the published one. It does not tell you the code is good, that it matches your Spotify build, or that it will work. Those questions need the config.ini check, the source review, and a test on your own computer. Verification is the first step in a longer process, not the whole process.

Where to go next

Verify files only after you download them from the official sources page. If your antivirus flags a verified file, read the Defender guide before you make any decision, and the safety check explains which risks remain even when the hashes match.