.htpasswd Generator
Generate .htpasswd entries for Apache basic auth
.htpasswd Generator is a free online tool from BrowserUtils that generate .htpasswd entries for apache basic auth. It runs entirely in your browser — your data never leaves your device. No account required.
How to use .htpasswd Generator
- 1 Paste or type your input into the editor above.
- 2 The tool processes your data instantly — right in your browser, with nothing sent to a server.
- 3 Copy the result with one click or continue editing your input.
About .htpasswd Generator
Free online .htpasswd generator. Create Apache basic authentication password entries with SHA-256 or SHA-1 hashing. This tool runs entirely in your browser — your data is never sent to a server. Just paste your input, get instant results, and copy with one click. No sign-up or installation required.
.htpasswd Generator specs
- Runtime
- 100% client-side (browser)
- Cost
- Free — no account, no rate limits, no usage caps
- Browser support
- Chrome 90+, Firefox 88+, Safari 14+, Edge 90+
- Part of
- 299 developer tools on BrowserUtils (100% client-side)
Questions
What is a .htpasswd file?
A .htpasswd file stores usernames and hashed passwords for Apache HTTP Server basic authentication. Each line contains a username and password hash separated by a colon. The file is referenced by the AuthUserFile directive in your Apache configuration.
Which hashing algorithm should I use for .htpasswd?
SHA-256 is recommended for better security. SHA-1 is supported for compatibility with older systems. Avoid plaintext or MD5-based schemes as they are considered insecure. For production use, bcrypt (via the htpasswd command-line tool) is the strongest option.
Is the .htpasswd generator safe to use for creating real passwords?
The hashing runs entirely in your browser and passwords are never sent over the network. However, for production systems, consider generating entries on your server with the htpasswd CLI tool, which supports bcrypt hashing.
How do I add the generated entry to my Apache server?
Copy the output line and append it to your .htpasswd file on the server. Then reference that file in your Apache config with AuthUserFile /path/to/.htpasswd inside a Directory or Location block with AuthType Basic enabled.
Can I use .htpasswd with Nginx?
Nginx supports a similar format using the auth_basic directive. You can use the generated entries, but Nginx only supports certain hash formats. The Apache htpasswd tool with bcrypt or SHA is the most compatible approach.
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