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About the wp-config Salts
The wp-config Salts generator creates fresh random values for WordPress’s eight authentication keys and salts (AUTH_KEY, SECURE_AUTH_KEY, LOGGED_IN_KEY, NONCE_KEY and their _SALT pairs), formatted for wp-config.php or a .env file. They are generated in your browser.
- Category
- WordPress Tools
- Price
- Free
- Account
- Not required
- Runs
- Entirely in your browser
How to use the wp-config Salts
- Choose PHP (wp-config.php) or .env format.
- Regenerate if you like.
- Replace the existing keys in your config file.
Privacy
Everything runs in your browser: what you type or paste is processed by JavaScript on your device, not on a server. If you are signed out, nothing is saved at all. If you sign in with Google, your inputs and settings are saved privately to your account so they sync across devices.
Frequently asked questions
Is the wp-config Salts free?
Yes. wp-config Salts is completely free with no sign-up, no usage limits and no watermarks.
Is my data private?
Yes. The wp-config Salts processes everything in your browser. Signed out, nothing is saved; signed in, your inputs sync privately to your own account.
What happens when I change WordPress salts?
All existing login cookies become invalid, so every user — including you — is logged out. That makes rotating salts a quick way to end hijacked sessions.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. Toolbench runs in any modern browser on desktop, tablet or phone — there is nothing to install.
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