WiFi Password Generator

Generate strong, easy-to-share WiFi passwords for your home or office network. Optimized for WPA2/WPA3.

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pwgen — generate wifi
guest@pwgen:~$ generate wifi --length=16 --easy-read
excellent · ~95 bits
length
16
style
security
[init] crypto.getRandomValues() — ready
[info] WPA2/WPA3 compatible · 8-63 ASCII characters

Why Your WiFi Password Matters

Your WiFi password is the front door to your home network. Anyone who cracks it can intercept your traffic, access shared files and devices, use your internet for illegal activities, and even launch attacks against other devices on your network.

Default router passwords are particularly dangerous — attackers maintain databases of default credentials for every router model. If you haven't changed yours, your network is essentially wide open.

16-Character WiFi Password Security

Brute force34,000 years with all world's computers
~96 bits
Dictionary attack92% resistant even in easy-read mode
random chars
WPA2 handshakeUncrackable in practice at this length
offline-safe
WPA3 SAEOffline attacks eliminated by protocol
future-proof

WiFi Password Requirements by Standard

StandardMin LengthMax LengthCharactersSecurity
WPA3863ASCII printableExcellent
WPA2863ASCII printableGood (16+ chars)
WPA863ASCII printableWeak (deprecated)
WEP 6455Hex onlyBroken
WEP 1281313Hex onlyBroken

WPA and WEP are considered insecure regardless of password strength. Upgrade to WPA2 or WPA3 if your router supports it.

WiFi Security Standards

WPA3 (Recommended)

The latest standard. Uses SAE (Simultaneous Authentication of Equals) which protects against offline dictionary attacks. Even if captured, handshakes can't be cracked offline.

WPA2

Still widely used and secure with a strong password. Vulnerable to offline brute-force attacks on captured handshakes — which is why password length and randomness matter so much.

WPA / WEP (Avoid)

WPA (original) and WEP are severely broken. WEP can be cracked in minutes regardless of password strength. If your router still uses these, upgrade immediately.

Password Requirements

WPA2/WPA3 passwords must be 8-63 ASCII printable characters. We recommend at least 16 characters. The maximum of 63 characters makes your network virtually uncrackable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long should my WiFi password be?

At least 16 characters for WPA2 networks. WPA3's SAE protocol provides better protection, but a longer password never hurts. For maximum security, use 20+ characters.

Should I use special characters?

For WiFi passwords you'll share with guests, "easy to read" mode avoids confusing characters (0/O, l/1). For maximum security, enable all characters — you only need to enter it once per device.

How do I share my WiFi password easily?

Use a WiFi QR Code Generator to create a scannable QR code. Guests can connect instantly by scanning it with their phone camera.

How often should I change my WiFi password?

Change it if you suspect unauthorized access, after sharing it with temporary guests, or every 6-12 months as a precaution. Always change default router passwords immediately.

Can someone crack my WiFi password from the handshake?

With WPA2, attackers can capture the 4-way handshake and attempt offline brute-force attacks. A 16-character random password makes this practically impossible — it would take thousands of years even with specialized hardware. WPA3 eliminates this attack entirely.

Is a WiFi password the same as the router admin password?

No. The WiFi password (PSK) controls who can connect to your network. The router admin password controls access to your router's settings page. Both should be strong and different from each other.

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