How to Generate a Strong Password (and Why It Matters)

Weak, reused passwords are the most common cause of account breaches. A strong, unique password per site is the single biggest security upgrade you can make.

What makes a password strong?

• Length first. 16+ characters beats clever short ones. Length matters more than symbols.
• Randomness. Avoid names, dates, and dictionary words.
• Uniqueness. Never reuse a password across sites.
• A mix helps. Upper- and lower-case, numbers, and symbols widen the space.

Generate one safely

Use the free Password Generator:

1. Set the length (16+ recommended).
2. Choose character types; optionally exclude look-alike characters (0/O, 1/l).
3. Click generate and copy.

It uses your browser's secure random generator and never stores or transmits the password.

Manage them

You cannot remember dozens of strong passwords — use a password manager. For multi-factor setups, the Hash Generator and UUID Generator are handy developer companions.

Frequently asked questions

Are generated passwords stored? No. They are created locally and never saved or sent anywhere.

How long should a password be? Aim for at least 16 characters where the site allows it.