ahmedmmordi / password_generator

Generate strong and secure passwords with customizable options using a Python program.

Password Generator

Welcome to the Password Generator. This program allows you to generate strong and secure passwords with customizable options. Whether you need a single password or multiple passwords, this tool has you covered. It provides a variety of options for creating passwords that meet your specific requirements and includes the ability to test your password strength.

Features

• Generate one or more passwords with different criteria.
• Customize password components, including capital letters, small letters, numbers, and special characters.
• Ensure password strength by specifying the length of the password(s).
• Easy-to-use command-line interface.
• Generate single or multiple passwords at once.
• Choose from a variety of password components:
  1. Capital English Letters
  2. Small English Letters
  3. Numbers
  4. Special Characters
  5. Include all of the above
  6. Custom Choice (Select two or three options)

NEW FEATURE: Password Strength Assessment and Recommendations

• Assess the strength of your passwords.
• Receive tailored recommendations for creating stronger passwords.

Usage Guidelines

• When prompted, enter the choice you want.

• If you choose to test your password strength:

  • The program will provide recommendations based on your password's components and length.

• If you choose to customize a password(s):

  • Choose from the available password components by entering the corresponding number(s):

  • Enter a single number (1-4) to select one component.

  • Enter '5' to include all components.

  • Enter '6' for a custom choice and provide a comma-separated list of numbers (e.g., "1,3,4") to select multiple components.

  • For password length, enter a positive integer between 8 and 50 characters.

  • Your password(s) will be displayed on the screen.

Example

Testing Password Strength

If you want to test the strength of a password and receive recommendations:

1. Choose option 1: Test your password strength.

2. Enter your existing password: mysecurep@ssword

3. The program will provide recommendations based on your password's strength.

4. Recommendations:

   • Ensure that your password includes uppercase letters.
   • Include numbers in your password.

Generating Passwords

Here's an example of how to use the Password Generator to create one or more passwords:

1. Choose option 2: Customize a secure and strong password/passwords.

2. Enter the number of required passwords: 3

3. Choose the components for your passwords:

   • Enter '5' for all components.

4. Enter the length of your desired passwords: 12

5. Your passwords are:

   • Password 1: Ab5$H&7p@1Qw
   • Password 2: K3#jM!0rL2sU
   • Password 3: E9p6o*Zw4dF@

Author

• Ahmed Mordi

This Password Generator provides a secure way to create and assess the strength of your passwords, making your online accounts more secure.