Passphrase Generator

Generate secure, memorable passphrases using random words. Easier to remember, harder to crack.

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Password vs Passphrase

Which is better for security? Let's compare traditional passwords with passphrases.

Traditional Password

xK9#mP2$vL

  • Short and compact
  • Accepted everywhere

Hard to remember, often written down

Passphrase

Correct-Horse-Battery-Staple

  • Easy to remember
  • Very high entropy
  • Resistant to brute-force attacks

How Passphrases Work

Passphrases use multiple random words to create strong, memorable passwords.

1

Random Word Selection

Words are randomly selected from a large dictionary using cryptographic randomness.

2

Combined with Separator

Words are joined with a separator (hyphen, underscore, or space) for readability.

3

Optional Enhancements

Add numbers or capitalize words for extra security without losing memorability.

The XKCD Method

This approach was popularized by the famous XKCD comic #936 "Password Strength".

"Through 20 years of effort, we've successfully trained everyone to use passwords that are hard for humans to remember, but easy for computers to guess."

— XKCD #936

Why Use Passphrases?

Passphrases offer the perfect balance between security and usability. A 4-word passphrase can be more secure than a complex 12-character password while being much easier to remember.

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