Is a 8-Character Password Strong Enough?
An 8-character password with mixed character types can range from minutes to years to crack. It is the minimum for many sites but is considered weak by current standards; 12+ characters is recommended.
| Length | Entropy | Estimated Crack Time |
|---|---|---|
| 8 characters | ~52 bits | Minutes to 8 years |
8-Character Password Examples
When to Use a 8-Character Password
Use 8-character passwords only when a site or system does not allow longer ones, or for low-stakes accounts. Prefer 12 or more characters where possible.
How to Generate a Strong 8-Character Password
Click Generate above. This page defaults to 8 characters. Enable uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols for maximum strength within 8 characters.