passwordstyle
Passwordstyle is a term used to describe the conventions that shape how passwords are created, evaluated, and enforced within computer systems. It spans technical requirements, human factors, and user interface cues that influence both security and usability.
Although not a formal standard, passwordstyle is used in security literature to compare approaches to password
Key elements include minimum length, rules about character classes, guidance to avoid personal data and common
Critics argue that overly prescriptive passwordstyle can reduce memorability and drive insecure practices like writing passwords
Implementation considerations involve secure storage (strong hashing with Argon2, bcrypt, or scrypt; salting and peppering), encouraging
See also: password policy, passphrase, password manager, password entropy, NIST guidelines.