Random Characters Generator

Generate random characters instantly using letters, numbers, symbols, or your own custom character set. Create one string or multiple random character results for testing, mockups, games, examples, and sample data.

Generated string

NmvxoGEycIw6

General text use only

This tool is for general random characters and sample text. For secure passwords, use the Random Password Generator.

Generate random characters online

Use this random characters generator to create one string or multiple random character strings from selected character sets. It can combine letters, numbers, symbols, and custom characters for general text examples.

Choose letters, numbers, symbols, or custom characters

Select uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, symbols, or enter your own custom characters. You can also exclude ambiguous characters such as 0, O, I, l, and 1 when you want cleaner sample strings.

Random characters for testing and sample data

Form testing
Create quick character strings for text fields, edge cases, and UI checks.
Placeholder values
Fill mockups and prototypes with short random text examples.
Sample text
Generate simple character samples for spreadsheets, demos, and records.
Games
Create random text strings for puzzles, classroom games, and prompts.
Mockups
Add non-sensitive text examples to product screens and design previews.
Examples
Copy general random character strings into lessons, docs, and demonstrations.
Non-sensitive test strings
Use generated strings as throwaway examples, not real credentials.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a random characters generator?
A random characters generator creates strings from selected letters, numbers, symbols, or custom characters.
Can I choose which characters are included?
Yes. You can include uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, symbols, custom characters, or a mix of those options.
Can I generate random symbols?
Yes. Turn on symbols to include common special characters in the generated output.
Can I use my own custom character set?
Yes. Enter custom characters to add your own character set to the generator.
Can I generate multiple random character strings?
Yes. Set the quantity to create one random string or multiple strings at once.
Are these random characters the same as passwords?
No. This tool is for general random characters and sample text. Use the random password generator when you need password-style output.
Is this random characters generator free?
Yes. This random characters generator is free to use online.