What is PWGen (Password Generator)?
Pwgen is a password generator application that creates secure yet memorable passwords. The software is small in size and licensed under the GPL (GNU General Public License). It generates passwords that are easily remembered by users, making it suitable for personal and professional use In addition to password generation, Pwgen offers text encryption capabilities and the ability to create random data files. It utilizes a random pool that collects entropy from user inputs and system parameters to ensure the generated passwords are cryptographically secure For Windows users, a graphical user interface (GUI) version of Pwgen is available on the SourceForge platform, providing a user-friendly interface for password management
Highlights
- Generates cryptographically-secure passwords or passphrases
- Creates passwords that are easily memorized by users
- Offers text encryption and random data file creation
- Available in a GUI version for Windows users
Platforms
- Linux
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- Mac
- Windows
Languages
- English
Features
Portable
Password Generator