Password Generator
Generate secure, random passwords with customizable length and character options.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long should a secure password be?
Security experts recommend passwords of at least 12–16 characters for most accounts, and 20+ characters for critical accounts like banking or email. Longer passwords are exponentially harder to crack through brute force. A 12-character password using uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols has over 19 septillion possible combinations. Using a password manager to generate and store long random passwords is the most practical approach to maintaining strong security across all your accounts.
What makes a password strong?
A strong password uses a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special symbols. It should be long (12+ characters), randomly generated, and unique — never reused across multiple sites. Avoid using dictionary words, names, birthdays, or common patterns like "Password123!" which are easily guessed by automated tools. The best passwords are completely random strings stored in a trusted password manager, since human-chosen passwords are almost always predictable to sophisticated cracking algorithms.
Should I use a password manager?
Yes, password managers are strongly recommended by cybersecurity professionals. They securely store unique, complex passwords for every account you have, so you only need to remember one master password. Leading password managers use strong encryption (AES-256) to protect your vault. Without one, people tend to reuse passwords — a dangerous habit since one data breach exposes all accounts using the same password. Popular options include Bitwarden, 1Password, and Dashlane, many of which offer free tiers.