Free Random Password Generator for Mac

Did you know the the Mac OS operating system has a built in random password generator. 

well it does… all you need to do is load up Terminal (Utilities > Terminal) and type the following. 

> openssl rand -base64 6 

Once you type that and press enter its generates a random string and encodes it. 

Therefore the string can simply be a good strong encrypted password. Give it a shot.

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2 Responses to “Free Random Password Generator for Mac”

  1. 1
    Donald Says:

    August 20th, 2008 at 5:07 PM

    Dude, this is awesome. I don’t know why I never thought to look at openssl before for randomness. Thanks!!!

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    Dave Says:

    November 10th, 2008 at 3:02 AM

    Thanks a lot! I never thought of how much the Terminal-window is capable of doing. Thanks for a great hint! Hope you continue your good work!
    By the way.. you can add moredigits to your password by increasing the last number six to an eight or even more ( I’ve taken 10 for more security). e.g. : > openssl rand -base64 8

    Greetings,

    Dave

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