Question 1

How secure are the passwords generated by this tool?

Accepted Answer

The passwords generated by this tool are highly secure as they use cryptographically strong random number generation, can include various character types, and can be set to any length. The longer and more complex the password, the more secure it is. At the recommended length of 16 characters with mixed character types, a password would take millions of years to crack with current technology.

Question 2

What's the ideal password length?

Accepted Answer

While the minimum recommended length is 12 characters, we suggest using 16-20 characters for important accounts. For critical accounts like your email (which can be used to reset other passwords) or financial services, consider using even longer passwords (24+ characters). The longer a password is, the exponentially harder it becomes to crack.

Question 3

Do I need to remember all these complex passwords?

Accepted Answer

No, and you shouldn't try to. We strongly recommend using a reputable password manager to securely store your passwords. Password managers can generate and store unique, complex passwords for all your accounts, while you only need to remember one master password. Popular options include Bitwarden (open source), 1Password, LastPass, and the password managers built into modern browsers.

Question 4

What's the safest way to share a password with someone?

Accepted Answer

If you need to share access to an account: 1) Use a password manager with a secure sharing feature; 2) Consider using a temporary password and changing it afterward; 3) If you must send a password digitally, split it across different communication channels (part via email, part via text message); 4) Never share passwords via unencrypted email or text. Better yet, use services that support multiple user accounts instead of sharing passwords.

Question 5

How is my password data handled by this tool?

Accepted Answer

All password generation happens entirely in your browser. Your passwords are never transmitted to our servers or stored anywhere. Once you leave this page or close your browser, there's no record of the generated password. This is why you need to copy the password to your password manager or secure location before leaving the page.

Question 6

What's the difference between a password and a passphrase?

Accepted Answer

A password is typically a single string of characters, while a passphrase consists of multiple words strung together. Passphrases (like 'correct-horse-battery-staple') can be easier to remember while still providing good security if they're long enough and randomly generated. This tool generates traditional passwords, but you might consider passphrases for scenarios where you need to manually type the password frequently.

Question 7

How often should I change my passwords?

Accepted Answer

Modern security guidance has moved away from mandatory password changes every few months, as this often leads to weaker passwords. Instead: 1) Change passwords immediately if there's any sign of compromise; 2) Change passwords for important accounts once a year as a good practice; 3) Use unique passwords for each site so a breach on one site doesn't affect others; 4) Enable two-factor authentication on all important accounts for an additional layer of security.

Question 8

Are passwords the best form of authentication?

Accepted Answer

Passwords alone are not the strongest form of authentication. For the best security, use multi-factor authentication (MFA) whenever possible. This combines something you know (a password) with something you have (like a security key or authentication app) or something you are (biometrics). Even if someone discovers your password, they still can't access your account without the second factor.

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