About this generator
This preset enables symbols by default and requires at least two symbol characters before shuffling the result.
This preset starts with characters mode and generates 10 independent results at a time. Every visible setting remains adjustable, and generated values are not sent to PwdGen.
When to use it
- Password policies requiring special characters
- Work account rotation
- High-value account credentials
Alphabet size, entropy, and brute-force assumptions
The theoretical entropy ceiling is calculated as H = L × log2(A), where L is the generated length and A is the number of currently permitted characters.
| Length | Alphabet | Search space | Entropy ceiling | Average at 10 billion guesses/s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 68 | 6820 | 121.7 bits | 7.08e18 years |
Important: these are mathematical estimates for uniformly random values. Required positions, restricted counts, repeated passwords, dictionary patterns, leaked credentials, and real password-hashing costs can change the result substantially. The figure is not a security guarantee.
Why this length or rule matters
Character rules exist mainly for destination compatibility. Every exclusion or position requirement changes the search space, so the safest approach is to apply only required restrictions and compensate with additional length.
Common applications
- Password policies requiring special characters
- Work account rotation
- High-value account credentials
How to use the result safely
- Keep symbols enabled only when accepted
- Avoid editing generated values by hand
- Store the final value safely
Generation and privacy method
The preset uses the browser Web Crypto API for random selection. Regenerating, changing settings, selecting, and copying results do not send generated credentials to PwdGen. The password crack-time estimator also runs locally and is an estimate, not a guarantee.
Password Generator with Symbols FAQ
Do symbols make passwords stronger?
Symbols increase the alphabet size, but length and randomness still matter. A short predictable password with a symbol is not strong.
Which symbols are used?
The tool uses a practical printable symbol set and lets you toggle ambiguous symbols if manual entry is difficult.
What if a site rejects symbols?
Use the without-symbols page and increase length where possible.
Are generated values uploaded?
No. Symbol selection happens locally with Web Crypto randomness.