PasswordMaker (.org)

Flexible password generator using a cryptographic hash algorithm of your choice - Fully Compatible with PasswordMaker.org
What is PasswordMaker (.org)?
PasswordMaker (.org) is a Chrome extension that implements the renowned PasswordMaker.org method of developing a unique, secure password for any website. Introduced in 2003, this method involves memorizing or recording only one master password. The technique is applicable across major platforms, offering consistent password retrieval even when you lose your passwords or switch platforms. Importantly, your master password can't be determined from the passwords generated, ensuring optimal security.

Extension stats

Users: 531 ▲ 5
Rating: 5.00 (10)
Version: 1.0.2 (Last updated: 2024-02-06)
Creation date: 2021-05-19
Risk impact: Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • scripting
  • storage
  • alarms
Size: 108.54K

Ranking

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Extension summary

This Chrome Extension implements the PasswordMaker.org method for generating a unique, secure password for any site, from a single master password.

This extension is feature equivalent with https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/passwordmaker-pro/lnhofcfhehhcbccpmdmdpjncdoihmkkh visit https://github.com/passwordmaker/chrome-passwordmaker#readme for more info and is updated at the same time.

There are apps, extensions, etc. for all the major platforms that implement this same method and are compatible with each other - see the PasswordMaker.org site for the list.

This technique has been widely used since 2003, though it has been eclipsed by generators that create a random password for each site. The problem with that method is that every generated password must be stored - with the PasswordMaker.org method you only need to memorize or record the one master password.

Later, if you switch to a different platform or lose all record of your passwords, you can still easily unlock all your passwords, for all your sites (and on any platform since this same technique is implemented on other platforms) as long as you can remember your master password.

(Note that your master password cannot be determined from the generated passwords - that is fundamental to the security of this method.)

1.0.2 - 2024-02-04

  • Improve username and password filling
  • Detect username field when sites separate username page and password page
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User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Effective and flexible password generation
  • Long-term user satisfaction
  • Quick restoration after previous developer issues
  • Simple and elegant design for password management
  • Consistent performance compared to the original extension
Cons
    Most mentioned
    • Thanks for bringing it back
    • I've been using this extension for years
    • Great results and functionality
    Recent reviews
    I've helped multiple people switch their password management strategy to this app, and they're all happier for it. Thanks for maintaining this extension.
    by Chetan Reddy, 2022-04-12

    I use this all the time with great results. Thanks for bringing this back to chrome!
    by Eric Schult, 2021-09-22

    Thanks for bringing it back!
    by Manon, 2021-07-07
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    Extension safety

    Risk impact

    PasswordMaker (.org) does not require any sensitive permissions.

    Risk likelihood

    PasswordMaker (.org) is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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