Htpasswd Generator

Q: Which encryption algorithm should I choose?

Bcrypt is recommended for modern systems as it provides strong cryptographic security against brute-force attacks. MD5 (apr1) is commonly used for compatibility with older Linux and Windows Apache servers.

Generate secure `.htpasswd` credentials and encrypted password hashes for Apache HTTP Server basic authentication instantly.

Username

Password

Encryption Algorithm / Format

Generated .htpasswd Entry Ready

admin:$apr1$XyZ12345$abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwx

About .htpasswd Files

An .htpasswd file is a flat-file utilized by Apache Web Server to implement HTTP basic authentication. It secures directories, staging environments, and administrative panels by requesting valid username and password credentials before granting access.

This generator computes encrypted password hashes directly inside your browser without sending sensitive credentials across the network, ensuring complete data privacy.

How to Use Htpasswd Generator

Enter Credentials

Type your desired username and secure password into the configuration fields.

Select Encryption

Choose an encryption method compatible with your server environment (apr1 is standard).

Deploy to Server

Copy the generated string and append it directly into your server’s `.htpasswd` file.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a .htpasswd file?

A .htpasswd file is a flat-file used by Apache web servers to store usernames and encrypted passwords for HTTP basic authentication, protecting restricted directories.

Which encryption algorithm should I choose?

MD5 (apr1) is widely used and supported across almost all Apache installations on Linux and Windows. Plain text should only be used for testing environments where supported.

Are my passwords secure?

Yes. All hashing operations are computed entirely client-side within your browser using secure cryptographic libraries. Your passwords are never transmitted to any server.