📖 What is DDNet Auth?
DDNet (DDraceNetwork) is a cooperative platformer game with dedicated servers. The authentication system allows server administrators to grant special permissions to trusted players.
How It Works
This generator creates three essential components:
- Password - A secure password that you'll use to authenticate on the server
- Bind Command - A command you add to your DDNet client that lets you quickly log in with a single keypress
- Auth Command - A hashed version of your credentials that you send to server admins (your password is never revealed)
Security Notice: Never share your password or bind command with anyone. Only share the auth command with trusted server administrators.
Step-by-Step Usage
- Enter your desired username (the name you'll use on the server)
- Select your permission level (usually "Moderator" or "Helper")
- Choose to generate a random password or enter your own
- Click "Generate Auth" to create all three outputs
- Copy the bind command and add it to your DDNet settings file
- Copy the auth command and send it to the server administrators
- Save your password in a secure password manager
Best Practice: Use the auto-generated passwords for maximum security. They use cryptographically secure random generation.
Password Types Explained
- Alphanumeric - A random 10-character password with letters and numbers (e.g., "a3k9m2p7q1")
- Diceware (4 words) - Four random words from a curated wordlist, easier to remember (e.g., "RobotSunsetPianoForest")
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe to use this generator?
Yes! All password generation happens locally in your browser using cryptographically secure random number generation. Your passwords never leave your device, and nothing is sent to any server.
Q: What do I do with the auth command?
Copy the auth command and send it to your server administrators via a secure channel (Discord, private message, etc.). They will run this command on the server to grant you access. The command contains a salted MD5 hash of your password, not the password itself.
Q: Where do I put the bind command?
Add the bind command to your DDNet settings file or execute it in the game console (F1). Replace <key> with your preferred key (e.g., F2, F3). This allows you to authenticate with a single keypress while in-game.
Q: Can I use my own password?
Yes! Check the "Enter password manually" option. However, make sure your password is at least 4 characters long and contains no spaces or special characters that could cause issues. For maximum security, we recommend using the auto-generated passwords.
Q: What's the difference between Moderator and Helper?
Moderators typically have more permissions than Helpers. The exact permissions depend on the server configuration. Ask your server administrators what level is appropriate for you.
Q: I lost my password. What do I do?
You'll need to generate a new auth and send the new auth command to your server administrators. They can update your credentials on the server. Always save your passwords in a secure password manager!
Q: Why does my username contains quotes?
If your username contains spaces or semicolons, the generator automatically adds quotes around it in the bind and auth commands. This ensures the commands work correctly in the DDNet console.
Q: What is MD5 hashing and is it secure enough?
MD5 is a hashing algorithm that converts your password into a fixed-length string. While MD5 is considered cryptographically weak for some applications, it's combined with a random salt (unique random data) in this implementation, which provides adequate security for DDNet's authentication system. The salt prevents rainbow table attacks.