HTPasswd Generator
Description
HTTP Password Hash Generator creates encrypted password hashes for Apache htpasswd files and web server authentication.
Use Cases
1
Server admin: Create passwords for .htpasswd files
2
Web security: Generate password hashes for authentication
3
Development: Hash passwords for testing
4
DevOps: Automate password generation
5
Education: Learn about password hashing
Instructions
1
Enter a username
2
Enter a password to hash
3
Select the encryption algorithm
4
Generate the htpasswd entry
5
Copy to your .htpasswd file
Notes
- bcrypt is the most secure option available
- MD5 and SHA1 are legacy and less secure
- The generated hash includes username and encrypted password
- Never store plain-text passwords
FAQ
Q
Which algorithm should I use?
A
bcrypt is recommended for maximum security. It is slow by design to resist brute-force attacks.
Q
How do I use the generated hash?
A
Add the generated line to your .htpasswd file on the server.