Htpasswd Generator

Create secure .htpasswd content for Apache Basic Authentication. Generate encrypted passwords for multiple users instantly.

Enter usernames and passwords (one per line in format "username:password"). The generated htpasswd content will appear below.

Users and Passwords

Enter one user per line in format: username:password
Example:

admin:mypassword123
user1:password456
user2:securepass789

Encryption Algorithm

Select the password hashing algorithm. bcrypt is the most secure option.

About Htpasswd Files & Usage Instructions

Input Format Instructions

Enter each username and password pair on a separate line, using the format:

username:password

Examples:

admin:MySecurePassword123
john.doe:Password!@#456
user_123:AnotherPass789

Security Tips:

Use strong passwords with at least 12 characters
Include uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters
Avoid common words or patterns
Use different passwords for different users
Regularly update passwords (every 90 days recommended)

Algorithm Information:

bcrypt: Most secure, uses Blowfish encryption with salt
APR1 MD5: Apache-specific MD5 variant with salt
SHA1: SHA-1 cryptographic hash (consider upgrading to bcrypt)
crypt: System crypt() function (legacy, not recommended)

Quick Tips:

Use bcrypt encryption for maximum security
Store .htpasswd files outside your web root directory
Always use HTTPS when implementing password protection
Test authentication in a private browsing window
Regularly update passwords for better security

About Apache .htpasswd Authentication

How Apache Authentication Works

Apache Basic Authentication uses HTTP headers to request credentials. When a user accesses a protected directory, Apache checks the .htpasswd file for matching credentials. If valid, access is granted; otherwise, a 401 Unauthorized response is sent.

Step-by-Step Implementation

Generate htpasswd content using this tool
Create a .htpasswd file on your server
Paste the generated content into the file
Upload to a secure location (outside web root)
Create a .htaccess file in the directory to protect
Add authentication directives to .htaccess
Test the protection in a web browser

Advanced Configuration Options

Use .htgroups for group-based permissions
Set different authentication realms with AuthName
Combine with IP restrictions for layered security
Implement logout functionality with cookies
Use environment variables for conditional access