Password management organisation Keeper Security has unveiled the addition of a passphrase generator to the Keeper platform for mobile. This new feature, now available on Android devices, is designed to help users create strong and unique credentials for their accounts, addressing the growing risks posed by sophisticated cyber threats. Passphrases on iOS will be available in the coming weeks.
Research from earlier this year found that nearly two-thirds of people are overwhelmed by managing passwords, given the sheer amount to remember. As a result, many find themselves engaging in bad password habits, which increases risk significantly. Weak and reused passwords are a significant vulnerability for both individuals and organisations, and the passphrase generator offers a simple way to create a more secure alternative. Passphrases are typically longer and more complex than traditional passwords, making them significantly harder for attackers to crack. While conventional passwords often rely on short strings of characters, passphrases use multiple random words to provide a higher level of security.
Craig Lurey, CTO and Co-founder, Keeper Security, said: “We’re excited to bring the passphrase experience to mobile users, starting with Android. This feature provides our users with the ability to generate highly secure credentials directly on their devices, making it easier to safeguard their accounts while streamlining the login process.”
The passphrase generator is integrated with Keeper’s existing password generator, allowing users and administrators the flexibility to choose the best option for their specific security needs. The generator uses the Electronic Frontier Foundation’s recommended wordlist of 7,776 words, excluding any offensive terms. Users can customise their passphrases by adjusting the number of words, choosing a separator and opting to include numbers and capital letters. The app will automatically update for all existing Keeper for Android users.
In addition to the passphrase generator, Keeper is introducing an extended logout timer for Android users. This feature allows users to extend their logout timer durations, ranging from one minute to a maximum of two weeks. This update provides more flexibility in session management, addressing customer requests for longer session durations.
