Free Password Generator that creates strong, random passwords in seconds. Choose length, generate one or a full list, customize letters, numbers, and symbols, and copy with one click. Includes smart options like excluding confusing characters, requiring character types, and limiting symbols when a website is picky. 100% private and secure.
Features and settings
Preset (quick setup)
Use a preset to instantly configure the most common password styles:
- Strong (recommended): a balanced mix of letters, numbers, and symbols for everyday accounts.
- Memorable (no symbols): easier to type, still strong with enough length.
- PIN (digits only): numeric-only output for PIN fields and lock screens.
- Custom: full control over every option.
Password length
Sets how many characters each password will have. Longer passwords are typically harder to guess. Use a length that matches the site’s limits and your security needs.
How many passwords
Generate one password or a batch list. The output is one password per line, which makes it easy to paste into spreadsheets or save multiple options for later.
Include characters
Select what types of characters are allowed in your passwords:
- Lowercase (a-z): adds common letters.
- Uppercase (A-Z): adds capital letters for more variety.
- Numbers (0-9): adds digits.
- Symbols: adds special characters to increase variety and meet many site rules.
Allowed symbols
When Symbols are enabled, you can edit the exact symbols that are allowed. This is useful when a website blocks certain characters (for example, spaces or some punctuation). Remove anything that causes errors during signup.
Exclude similar characters
Removes look-alike characters such as O and 0, or l and 1. This reduces mistakes when typing a password from a screen or paper.
Avoid same character twice in a row
Prevents immediate repeats like aa or 77. This is mostly about readability and “cleaner-looking” results.
Require at least one from each selected group
If enabled, the generator ensures your password includes at least one character from each group you selected (for example: at least one uppercase, one number, one symbol). This helps satisfy many website rules.
Use only one symbol total
This option appears only when Symbols are enabled. If turned on, each password will contain exactly one symbol, and the rest will be letters and numbers. This is handy for websites that allow symbols but reject multiple symbols or have strict formatting.
Generate, Copy, Clear
- Generate: creates password(s) using your current settings.
- Copy: copies the full output to your clipboard (single or multiple lines).
- Clear: wipes the output and resets the display.
Strength and estimated entropy
The tool shows a simple strength label plus an estimated entropy value based on your selected length and the size of the character pool. The strength indicator updates as you change settings, so you can quickly see the impact of turning options on or off.
Privacy
The generator runs in your browser and produces passwords locally. You generate, then copy what you need. For best safety, store passwords in a password manager instead of saving them in notes or emails.
Frequently Asked Questions
What password length should I use?
Pick the longest length that is still easy for you to store and use. For most accounts, a longer password is typically stronger than adding extra complexity. If a site has a maximum length, use that or get as close as practical.
Should I use a different password for every website?
Yes. Reusing passwords is risky because one leaked password can unlock multiple accounts. A password manager makes unique passwords easy to store.
Why does a website reject my generated password?
Some sites block certain symbols, disallow repeated characters, or have unusual rules. Try removing specific symbols in “Allowed symbols,” turning off Symbols entirely, or using “Use only one symbol total.”
Is it safer to use longer passwords or more symbols?
Both can help, but length is usually the most reliable improvement. Symbols are useful when a site requires them or when you need extra variety in shorter passwords.
What does “entropy” mean here?
It is a rough estimate of how many possibilities your password could have, based on length and the size of the character set you allow. Higher entropy generally means harder to guess.
Can I recreate the same password later?
No. This generator creates new random results each time. If you like a password, copy it and save it immediately in a secure place (ideally a password manager).
Is it safe to generate passwords on a public or shared computer?
It is safer to avoid shared devices for account credentials. Public computers may have monitoring software or saved clipboard history. If you must use one, change the password again later from a trusted device.
Can someone steal my password from the clipboard after I copy it?
Some apps can read clipboard contents, and some systems keep clipboard history. After pasting, consider clearing the clipboard or overwriting it by copying something else.
Why would I exclude similar characters?
If you ever need to type a password manually, similar characters can cause frustrating login failures. Excluding them helps prevent mistakes without making the password “weak.”
When is “Use only one symbol total” the best choice?
Use it when a site accepts symbols but behaves poorly with multiple symbols, or when you want the password to stay easy to type while still meeting “must include a symbol” rules.
Does this tool send my passwords to a server?
The tool is designed to generate passwords in your browser. As a general best practice, avoid pasting passwords into unknown forms or saving them in plain text anywhere.
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