Dev Tools
Random String / Token Generator
The Random String / Token Generator creates random alphanumeric strings you can use as test tokens, temporary IDs, API keys for local development, or filler data for a database seed. Developers reach for it whenever they need a plausible-looking identifier without hand-typing one.
Each string is generated using your browser's own random number capabilities, so nothing about the length, character set, or resulting token is ever sent to a server — the value only exists on your screen until you copy it.
How to Use the Random String / Token Generator
- Open the Random String / Token Generator tool.
- Set the desired length and character set.
- Click Generate to create a random string.
- Copy the result for use in your code or test data.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I choose which characters are included, like excluding ambiguous ones?
Yes, you can adjust the character set to include or exclude letters, numbers, and symbols, which helps avoid confusing characters like 0 and O in generated strings.
Are these strings secure enough to use as real production secrets?
They're generated locally using your browser's random number capabilities, which is fine for test data and non-critical IDs; for highly sensitive production secrets, use a dedicated cryptographic key generator vetted for that purpose.
Is the generated token sent anywhere or logged?
No, the entire generation process runs in your browser, and nothing is transmitted to or stored on a server.