Password Generator secure
Generate strong random passwords in the browser with configurable length and character sets.
What this tool does
Password strength comes from length and randomness rather than from elaborate composition rules. A long unpredictable string is far stronger than a short word with one symbol inserted. Passwords chosen by people tend to follow patterns based on names, dates, keyboard layouts, and common word substitutions, which is exactly what guessing attacks exploit.
This tool uses the browser cryptographic random number generator to produce unpredictable strings. Length and the character sets to include (uppercase, lowercase, digits, symbols) are configurable, and several candidates can be generated at once.
Generated values are displayed only. Nothing is transmitted or stored, and reloading the page discards them.
When to use it
Use it when creating a password for a new account or service, when setting an initial value for a database user or API key, when preparing test account credentials, or when issuing a temporary access code.
Input and output examples
Length 16, upper and lower case plus digits and symbols
xK7#mQ2$vL9pR4wZ (different every run)
A reasonable default for ordinary accounts.
Length 32, letters and digits only
A longer string without symbols
Compensates with length where symbols are not accepted.
Notes and limitations
Store generated passwords in a password manager. Random strings cannot be memorised, and leaving them in a note or a chat message creates a new weakness. Services differ in which symbols they accept, so adjust the character set if a password is rejected. The browser itself must also be trustworthy: values generated on a shared computer or in a browser loaded with extensions should not be used for production systems. Never reuse the same password across services.
Frequently asked questions
How long should a password be?
At least 16 characters for ordinary services and 20 or more for important accounts. Where symbols are not allowed, extra length is the effective substitute.
Are generated values stored on a server?
No. They are produced in the browser, displayed only, and lost when you leave the page.
Should passwords be rotated regularly?
Current guidance advises against forced rotation without evidence of compromise. Long unique passwords per service plus multi-factor authentication matter far more.