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Generate Strong, Reproducible Passwords with Patterns & Grids

PwDraw is a free web tool that lets you generate secure passwords by repeating a visual pattern on a grid (or using a file) combined with a secret phrase.
No need to store or memorize long random strings – just remember your pattern.

Why?

Traditional password generators create random strings that are hard to memorize or reproduce.
PwDraw takes a different approach:

  1. Choose a grid (like 16×25 or 7×7).
  2. Draw a simple pattern on the grid.
  3. Add your own secret phrase (master key).
  4. The app combines these elements to produce a cryptographically strong password (SHA-256 based).

grid 7x7

grid 16×25

The best part?
If you repeat the same pattern + phrase + options, you’ll get exactly the same password every time – without saving anything on the server.

Key Features

  • Works entirely client-side – nothing is sent to the backend.
  • Supports numbers, symbols, custom length.
  • Reproducible on any device with a browser.
  • Open and transparent algorithm.

Try it -> https://pwdraw.com

Feedback is welcome!
What do you think about using visual patterns for password generation?
Any ideas to improve UX or add features?

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