pwqgen

Create secure dictionary-based passphrases

TLDR

Generate passphrase
$ pwqgen
Generate with specific word count
$ pwqgen random=5
Generate multiple
$ pwqgen count=5

SYNOPSIS

pwqgen [options]

DESCRIPTION

pwqgen generates random passphrases by combining dictionary words with separators, producing passwords that are both strong and easy to remember. The random parameter controls the number of words used, with more words providing higher entropy.The tool is part of the passwdqc (password quality checking) suite and serves as a companion to pwqcheck. Generated passphrases follow the quality rules enforced by passwdqc's password policy, making them suitable for environments with strict password requirements.

PARAMETERS

random=N

Number of random words.
count=N
Number of passphrases.

INSTALL

sudo apt install passwdqc
sudo dnf install passwdqc
sudo zypper install passwdqc
brew install passwdqc
nix profile install nixpkgs#passwdqc

CAVEATS

Part of passwdqc. May not be installed by default.

HISTORY

pwqgen is part of passwdqc password quality checking suite.

SEE ALSO

pwgen(1), apg(1), pwqcheck(1)