PassGen
PassGen is a password generation utility for macOS that creates secure, randomized passwords according to user-specified criteria such as length, character sets (uppercase, lowercase, numbers, symbols), and exclusion rules. It is designed for users who need to generate strong, unique passwords for accounts and services without relying on a password manager's built-in generator. The app sits as a lightweight helper tool for security-conscious users managing multiple accounts manually or across different password storage methods.
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1 suggestionWe could not find recent information about PassGen's development status or whether a native Apple Silicon build exists. Given that this app was last seen with the bundle ID net.ACT-Productions.PassGen and there are no readily available search results, it may be an older or niche utility with limited ongoing maintenance. Contact the developer at ACT-Productions directly to confirm whether a native Apple Silicon build is planned or available. This is important because Intel-only builds will stop launching entirely when Apple removes Rosetta 2 in macOS 28 (September 2028) — that gives you roughly 28 months to plan. If PassGen is no longer maintained, consider switching to a modern password manager with a native macOS build, such as 1Password, Bitwarden, Dashlane, or Keeper — all of these include password generation features and run natively on Apple Silicon. For a lightweight, free alternative focused purely on generation, most modern browsers now include password suggestion tools that run natively.
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