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# [Understanding the useRef Hook in React](https://guptasoniya.hashnode.dev/understanding-the-useref-hook-in-react?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

React’s useRef is a powerful hook that helps manage references to DOM elements and persists mutable values across renders without causing re-renders. Let’s break it down simply. useRef useRef is like a secret pocket in your React components—it lets y...

Jun 22, 2025 · 3 min read · guptasoniya.hashnode.dev  
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[SANDEEP GUPTA](https://hashnode.com/@sandeep25)

[Jun 23, 2025](https://hashnode.com/posts/understanding-the-useref-hook-in-react/685867142aeca0e62c3dacaa/comment/6858d9780d10b3e62821468a)

Very precise and accurate info about useRef component.

Can you make a live example too for better understanding.

[Jun 23, 2025](https://hashnode.com/posts/understanding-the-useref-hook-in-react/685867142aeca0e62c3dacaa/comment/6858d9780d10b3e62821468a#reply-685998f6bb7a70f6e15fe140)

Thanks