Security4 min read•Feb 2026
How to Create a Strong Password in 2026 (Security Guide)
Learn what makes a password truly secure. Generate uncrackable passwords with our free tool. Protect your accounts today.
Why Password Security Matters
In 2026, cybercrime costs the world over $10 trillion per year. The most common entry point? Weak passwords.
Shocking Password Stats
81% of data breaches involve weak or stolen passwords
The password "123456" is still used by 23 million accounts
A 6-character password can be cracked in under 1 second
A 16-character password with symbols takes billions of yearsWhat Makes a Password Strong?
A strong password has these properties:
| Property | Weak | Strong |
|----------|------|--------|
| Length | 6-8 chars | 16+ chars |
| Characters | Letters only | Letters + numbers + symbols |
| Pattern | Dictionary word | Random |
| Uniqueness | Reused | Unique per site |
How to Generate a Strong Password
Our free Password Generator creates cryptographically secure passwords:
Set length — We recommend 16+ characters
Choose character types — Uppercase, lowercase, numbers, symbols
Generate — Uses crypto.getRandomValues() for true randomness
Copy — One-click copy to clipboardExample Strong Passwords
K#9mP$vL2@nR8wXq (16 chars, all types)
Horse-Battery-Staple-42! (passphrase style)
j7$Mn!kP3@vR9wLqX2 (18 chars, maximum security)Password Security Best Practices
Use a password manager — Don't try to remember them all
Enable 2FA — Even if your password leaks, you're protected
Never reuse passwords — One breach = all accounts compromised
Use 16+ characters — Length matters more than complexity
Avoid personal info — No birthdays, pet names, or addressesHow Long to Crack a Password?
| Password | Time to Crack |
|----------|--------------|
password | Instantly |
P@ssw0rd | 14 minutes |
MyD0g$Name | 3 hours |
K#9mP$vL2@nR | 34,000 years |
K#9mP$vL2@nR8wXq | Billions of years |
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