Target Password Requirements and Generator

Password Rules for Target

  • 📏 Length: At least 12 characters
  • Uppercase letters required (A-Z)
  • Lowercase letters required (a-z)
  • Numbers required (0-9)
  • Special characters required
  • Forbidden symbols: <>
  • 💬 Note: Password change page requires: at least 12 characters, 1 lowercase letter (a-z), 1 uppercase letter (A-Z), 1 numeric character (0-9), 1 special character. Account creation page has different requirements: 8-20 characters, must contain 2 of the following: lowercase letters, uppercase letters, numbers, special characters (except <>).

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Detailed Requirements

RuleValue
Minimum Length12 characters
Uppercase RequiredYes
Lowercase RequiredYes
Numbers RequiredYes
Symbols RequiredYes
Forbidden Symbols<>
NotesPassword change page requires: at least 12 characters, 1 lowercase letter (a-z), 1 uppercase letter (A-Z), 1 numeric character (0-9), 1 special character. Account creation page has different requirements: 8-20 characters, must contain 2 of the following: lowercase letters, uppercase letters, numbers, special characters (except <>).
Rules last verified: June 25, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions about Target

What are the password requirements for Target?
For Target, passwords must be at least 12 characters, and you must include an uppercase letter, a lowercase letter, a number, a symbol.
How long should my Target password be?
Target requires a minimum of 12 characters. Aim for 16+ characters for strong security.
Does Target allow special characters in passwords?
Target requires at least one special character. These symbols are not allowed: <>.
How do I generate a strong password for Target?
Use the password generator on this page — it's already configured to match Target's rules. Click "Generate Password" and copy the result. For maximum security pick a length of 16 or more.
Is the PassTailor generator safe to use for Target?
Yes. Passwords are generated entirely in your browser using the cryptographically secure Web Crypto API. Nothing is sent to our servers and nothing is stored.