Wi-Fi Password Generator
Built for a password that gets typed by guests on a phone keyboard.
A Wi-Fi password has a different job from an account password: it gets read aloud, typed on a phone, and often entered into devices with no keyboard at all. Ambiguous characters and exotic symbols cost more in support calls than they add in security.
The defaults here exclude ambiguous characters and turn symbols off, giving 16 characters from a 56-character set — about 92 bits, comfortably strong while remaining readable.
How to use it
- Generate, then copy it into your router's admin page.
- Save the same value in your own password manager — the router will not remind you.
- If guests will type it, consider printing it once rather than reading it out repeatedly.
WPA2 and WPA3 practicalities
WPA2-PSK accepts 8 to 63 printable ASCII characters. WPA3-SAE is stricter about the handshake but the password rules are the same. Both reject anything outside printable ASCII, which is why this generator never produces accented characters or emoji.
Some IoT devices fail on certain symbols or silently truncate at 32 characters. If a device refuses to join and the password is long, try a 20-character version with symbols off before assuming the device is broken.
Reviewed 2026-10-21. This tool runs entirely in your browser — no server, no account, and nothing you generate is stored.
Frequently asked questions
How strong should a Wi-Fi password be?
At least 12 characters with mixed case and digits. 16 is a better target because the password is rarely changed and protects everyone on the network.
Why exclude ambiguous characters?
Because guests type this on a phone. Confusing 0 with O or l with 1 causes failed joins that cost more time than the entropy is worth.
Can I use symbols in a Wi-Fi password?
Yes, but avoid characters that need special input on a TV remote or games console. Letters and digits are usually enough at 16+ characters.
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