Weak passwords are still the most common cause of account compromises. "password123", pet names, and birthdays are easy to guess. A random password for each account is the simplest defense.
What Makes a Password Strong
| Factor | Weak | Strong |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 8 characters | 16+ characters |
| Character types | Letters only | Upper + lower + numbers + symbols |
| Pattern | Dictionary word | Random, no pattern |
| Reuse | Same password everywhere | Unique per account |
How to Generate a Strong Password
- Open Password Generator.
- Set length to 16 or more characters.
- Enable uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols.
- Optionally exclude similar characters (0/O, 1/l/I) for easier reading.
- Click Generate and copy the result.
Recommended Lengths
| Account Type | Minimum Length |
|---|---|
| Social media | 12 characters |
| 16 characters | |
| Banking, financial | 20 characters |
| Master password | 20+ characters |
How to Remember Random Passwords
You do not need to memorize random passwords. Use a password manager (1Password, Bitwarden, KeePass) to store them. You only need to remember one strong master password.
Common Mistakes
- Using the same password for multiple sites
- Adding "1" or "!" to a weak password and calling it strong
- Changing passwords by incrementing a number (password1, password2...)
- Sharing passwords via unencrypted chat
Privacy
Our password generator uses your browser's cryptographic random number generator. Passwords are created locally and never sent to any server.