What Is a Strong Password?

A strong password is one that is difficult for others (or computers) to guess or crack. It plays a critical role in protecting your personal and professional data from unauthorized access.

What Makes a Password Strong?

• ✅ At least 12–16 characters in length
• ✅ Includes a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters
• ✅ Contains numbers and symbols
• ✅ Avoids personal information like birthdays or pet names
• ✅ Is not reused across different accounts

Why Are Strong Passwords Important?

Weak or reused passwords are among the top reasons accounts are compromised. Cyber attackers use tools like brute force and dictionary attacks to guess passwords. Strong passwords dramatically reduce the risk of being hacked.

How Can I Create a Strong Password?

Manually creating and remembering strong passwords can be difficult. That’s why we built HashMyPass — a free, open-source password generator that creates secure passwords instantly with customizable options.

Try it now or explore more about:

• Why Use a Password Generator
• Password vs Passphrase
• Password Security Tips