64-Character Password Generator

Generate secure, random 64-character passwords. 421 bits of entropy — maximum strength. Everything runs in your browser.

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pwgen — 64 chars
guest@pwgen:~$ generate password --length=64 --all-chars
length
64
charset
options
symbols
[init] crypto.getRandomValues() — ready
[info] all generation client-side · zero server requests

Why 64 Characters?

A 64-character password provides 421 bits of entropy. At this length, you're generating a cryptographic key rather than a traditional password. The number of possible combinations exceeds the number of atoms in the observable universe by a factor of 10⁴¹. This is used exclusively for machine-to-machine secrets where maximum theoretical security is required.

Entropy is calculated as: length × log₂(pool_size). With 64 characters from the full 95-char printable ASCII set, you get 421 bits of entropy. Brute-force time at 10 billion guesses/sec: .

Example 64-Character Passwords

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}^Zp8C9#MkDy-[^xuMf-i%W>j1nR!O%hRcg{ev=X,rW(tslHBiu,*@Br#oY,+1Wb
KWkw68sy!)BXGZjQkT[RnUF.|ykOVSG9]gzLvyHF6K>TT.&T?.uPA1eD+N^tDO&%
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(<e.!a-zGn3^Tm84wDgu+pv-ZM3FK2%K0v#B^A}+ET*9GORdZ=;TJ^LPkXiCO[Kd
{:YL+GOKW<==8d+p.8v-67-F5lDqMy)T9MDy9nI}5mOVvs|K2{a#}B@p?aA9S}if
QJ$(I]cgbf76$&&kQW+qz{j}-{wW-jRB.C4W@zG!n.-DN3B$A^?LEwzxRq9a]v)q
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50 pre-generated examples. Use the generator above for a cryptographically fresh password — these are for illustration only.

Who Needs 64-Character Passwords?

HMAC-SHA512 requires a 64-byte key for full security. Ed25519 private keys are 64 bytes. Some enterprise token systems (Vault, CyberArk) generate 64-character secrets by default. AWS Lambda function URLs use 64-character authentication tokens.

64-Character Password Use Cases

HMAC-SHA512 Signing Keys

JWT HS512 secrets and webhook HMAC-SHA512 verification keys require 64 bytes for full cryptographic strength. Using shorter keys reduces the effective security of the HMAC.

Root-of-Trust Secrets

Hardware Security Module (HSM) wrapping keys, root encryption keys, and master key material. These protect the entire cryptographic hierarchy of an organization.

Quantum-Resistant Secrets

Forward-looking secrets designed to resist quantum attacks. With 421 bits, Grover's algorithm would still face 210+ bits of effective security — far beyond any conceivable quantum computer.

Long-Term Archive Encryption

Encryption keys for data that must remain confidential for 50+ years — medical records, legal documents, trade secrets, and government archives. Maximum key length provides maximum future-proofing.

Password Length vs Security

LengthEntropyCrack Time (GPU)RatingRecommended For
6 chars 39 bits 3.5 seconds Weak temporary or throwaway accounts only
8 chars 53 bits 1.3 days Fair low-security accounts where the site enforces rate limiting
10 chars 66 bits 117 years Good general-purpose accounts and social media
12 chars 79 bits 1.1 million years Strong general accounts
14 chars 92 bits 10 billion years Strong sensitive accounts
15 chars 99 bits 894 billion years Excellent business accounts
16 chars 105 bits 84 trillion years Excellent master passwords
20 chars 132 bits 7 × 10²¹ years Overkill master passwords
24 chars 158 bits 6 × 10²⁹ years Overkill maximum security
32 chars 211 bits 4 × 10⁴⁵ years Overkill encryption keys
48 chars 316 bits Maximum cryptographic secrets and machine-to-machine authentication
64 chars 421 bits Maximum cryptographic keys

Crack times assume 10 billion guesses/sec (GPU cluster with MD5). Bcrypt/Argon2 hashing makes these 10,000x–100,000x slower.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 64-character password secure enough?

Yes. A 64-character password using uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols provides 421 bits of entropy — well beyond what brute-force attacks can crack. It would take ∞ to break with current GPU technology.

How long does it take to crack a 64-character password?

With a modern GPU cluster computing 10 billion hashes per second, a random 64-character password using all character types (95-char pool) would take approximately ∞ to crack by brute force. Using only lowercase letters would be significantly faster to crack.

Does character variety matter more than length?

Both matter, but length has a greater impact. Each additional character multiplies the total combinations by the pool size (up to 95 for all printable ASCII). However, using all character types (uppercase, lowercase, numbers, symbols) maximizes the pool size, which also multiplies security exponentially.

Should I use a password manager?

Yes. You cannot reliably memorize unique random passwords for every account. A password manager securely stores all your passwords behind one strong master password, and can auto-fill them across devices and browsers.

Which accounts need a 64-character password?

A 64-character password is recommended for: cryptographic keys, HMAC secrets, and token signing. Always use the strongest password practical for each account, and never reuse passwords across sites.

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