What is the best approach I can take towards password hashing in PHP? [closed]

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I am creating an online web application with a heavy focus on security and want to know what you guys think about this.

Basically, I began hashing my passwords using the Blowfish algorithm after studying about it online as it seemed perfect for what I was trying to achieve. After reading a little bit more on it however, I started finding more and more mixed reviews. Some people highly recommended it, even more so than SHA-512, while others stated that because it is an older algorithm (created in the '80s or '90s I believe) I should use something else, such as either SHA-256 or SHA-512 with a strong salt.

This leaves me a bit confused if Blowfish is alright to use for a modern application or not.

Thanks!

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Blowfish is the most secure because, since now, it hasn't been found a way to hack it.