Strong Password Generator

A strong password has: (1) At least 12-16 characters length, (2) Mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, (3) Numbers and special symbols, (4) No dictionary words or personal info, (5) No patterns like "123" or "abc". Our generator creates passwords meeting all these criteria.

Yes, our generator is 100% secure. It uses your browser's cryptographically secure random number generator (crypto.getRandomValues). All processing happens locally in your browser - passwords are never sent to any server or stored anywhere.

For most accounts, 12-16 characters is recommended. For high-security accounts (banking, email), use 16-20+ characters. WiFi/WPA passwords should be at least 12 characters. Longer is always better - our generator supports up to 64 characters.

Yes, symbols significantly increase password strength. A 12-character password with symbols is much stronger than a 12-character password without. However, some systems restrict special characters - our generator lets you customize which character types to include.

Ambiguous characters are letters and numbers that look similar: 0 (zero) and O (letter O), 1 (one) and l (lowercase L) and I (uppercase i). Excluding them makes passwords easier to read and type without errors, especially when sharing verbally.

Modern security advice: Don't change passwords on a schedule unless there's a breach. Instead, use unique, strong passwords for each account with a password manager. Change immediately if: the site was breached, you shared it, or you suspect compromise.

Yes! For WiFi (WPA/WPA2), use at least 12 characters with mixed character types. Our generator is perfect for creating secure WiFi passwords. Remember to exclude ambiguous characters if you'll be sharing the password verbally.

If one site is breached, attackers try that password on other sites (credential stuffing). Using unique passwords means a breach at one site doesn't compromise your other accounts. Use a password manager to handle multiple strong passwords.

It's a random number generator designed for security applications. Unlike regular random generators (which are predictable), cryptographic generators use system entropy sources to produce truly unpredictable output. Our tool uses your browser's crypto.getRandomValues() API.

A truly random 16+ character password with symbols would take billions of years to crack with current technology. Passwords are typically compromised through phishing, data breaches, or malware - not brute force. Strong passwords protect against brute force attacks.

Better to use a password manager (Bitwarden, 1Password, KeePass). If you must write them down, keep the paper in a secure location (not on your desk or monitor). Never store passwords in plain text files on your computer.

2FA adds a second layer of security beyond your password - typically a code from an authenticator app or SMS. Even if your password is compromised, attackers can't access your account without the second factor. Enable 2FA on all important accounts.

Yes, reputable password managers (Bitwarden, 1Password, KeePass) are very safe. They encrypt your passwords with your master password, which never leaves your device. They're far safer than reusing passwords or storing them in browsers/notes.

Don't try to memorize them - use a password manager. You only need to remember one strong master password. Alternatively, use a passphrase (4-5 random words) which is both strong and memorable, like "correct-horse-battery-staple".