Why Websites Reject Passwords and How to Fix It

It is frustrating when a password generator creates a password that a website refuses. The password may still be strong; the site may simply have different formatting rules.

Common reasons a password is rejected

• It is shorter or longer than the site's allowed range.
• The site requires a number, uppercase letter, lowercase letter, or symbol.
• A selected symbol is not permitted by that website.
• The password contains a space or character the site does not support.
• The password matches a previously used or known-compromised password.

How to generate an accepted password

Read the requirement message, then set the correct length and character categories in the Strong Password Generator. The generator ensures each enabled category appears at least once. If symbols cause a problem, turn them off and generate a fresh, long password instead.

Never make a rejected password work by reusing an old one. Save the accepted new password in a password manager.

FAQ

Should I remove all symbols if a website rejects one?

Only if the site does not explain which symbols it allows. Try a new password with a simpler allowed character set and sufficient length.

Why does a website say my password is too common?

Many sites block passwords found in breach lists or common-password databases. Generate a new unique password instead of adding a predictable number to the rejected one.