# Pass the Phrase — Instant Password Inspiration

> Generates unique, memorable phrases for passwords, projects, and business names. (iPhone/iPad app by Eduard Schwan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pass-the-phrase/id1329423590 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Eduard Schwan](https://appshunter.io/developer/594336989)
- Category: Utilities, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 64 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-02-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pass-the-phrase/id1329423590/reviews.md

## What is Pass the Phrase?

Instant Inspiration for your password or business name

"Pass the Phrase" is an intriguing phrase generator for your iPhone/iPad.

It creates millions of sweetly memorable random multi-syllable or multi-word phrases, useful as pass-phrases or passwords, secret-names for your next project, or possibly great new business names.

You can:
* Save and share your favorite phrases with your friends
* Automatically send yourself a new phrase every day
* Have the phrase read aloud
* Globally synchronize your app so you all get the same phrase at the same time (like a secret virtual handshake!)

Here are several fun phrase examples that "Pass the Phrase" has come up with:
Anti-giraffe
Questionably-fractal-quirky-sink
Randomly-flying-opinion
Simultaneously-beautiful-risks
Verbose-snarkinator
Romantic-turbo-syndrome
Jubilant-glyph
Brazenly-sultry-handshake
Duo-bendigram
Truculent-cats
Ride-bot
Billowing-consequence
Blessed-runes

Here are the features that make "Pass the Phrase" a great phrase generator:
* Easily share your favorite phrases with your friends via e-mail, social media, etc.
* Bookmark up to 10 of your favorite phrases, and then "Rewind" any time to bring any of them back and to show again.
* Tap the phrase text to easily copy it to other applications.
* Tap the speaker icon to read the phrase aloud.
* Choose a color for the text displayed.
* Creates almost limitless real and computer-generated phrases using a huge internal vocabulary and my proprietary "MakeSents© Engine".
* Turn on "Global-Sync", and you will be globally synchronized with everyone else's "Pass the Phrase" app... everyone gets the same phrase at the same time anywhere in the world.
* Turn on "Daily Phrases" to automatically receive a new phrase notification every day.
* Phrases are completely yours to use however you wish.
* Work without a net... You can run Pass the Phrase anywhere... you never need an internet connection to create and export phrases.
* Shake your iPhone or iPad to get a new phrase (feature not available on the Macintosh, it is not meant to be shaken!)
* Ask for new phrases any time, "Pass the Phrase" is designed to delight!

## Key features

- Phrase generation
- Save and share favorites
- Daily phrase notifications
- Text-to-speech functionality
- Global phrase synchronization
- Offline phrase generation
- Shake to generate new phrase


## Frequently asked questions about Pass the Phrase

### Does Pass the Phrase have ads?

No, Pass the Phrase is ad-free. It does not contain advertisements, allowing for an uninterrupted user experience.

### How often is Pass the Phrase updated?

The latest version, 2.1.1, was last updated on January 2, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing support and development.

### What devices is Pass the Phrase compatible with?

Pass the Phrase is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to run on Apple's mobile operating systems.

### What is the age rating for Pass the Phrase?

Pass the Phrase has an age rating of 4+. This means it is suitable for users aged 4 and above, with no mature content.

### Can I use Pass the Phrase without an internet connection?

Yes, Pass the Phrase can be run offline. You never need an internet connection to create and export phrases, making it accessible anywhere.

### How does the Global-Sync feature in Pass the Phrase work?

When Global-Sync is turned on, all users of Pass the Phrase worldwide will receive the same phrase at the same time. It functions like a secret virtual handshake.

### Can I save phrases in Pass the Phrase?

Yes, you can bookmark up to 10 of your favorite phrases in Pass the Phrase. You can then 'Rewind' to bring them back and display them again.

### What is the rating of Pass the Phrase?

Pass the Phrase has an excellent rating of 5.0 stars from 1 rating. This indicates a very positive user reception based on available data.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.1.1 — 2026-01-02

-Fixed a major bug where the phrases were not loaded in correctly, and not displayed at all!
-Minor user interface cleanup, especially around the App Settings screen.

### 2.1.0 — 2025-12-29

-New Feature: Read-Aloud will read the current phrase in your chosen computer-voice.
-New support and icon for iOS 26.

### 2.0.0 — 2021-07-21

-Updated to iOS 12 minimum.
-works with dynamic type, user can grow/shrink the user interface text labels.
-Added accessibility labels to controls.
-Much bigger vocabulary now.
-New words do not repeat prior words as often.
-BugFix: Fixed the "Review App" prompting.
-BugFix: Now after manually entering a "rewind code", you can bookmark it for later.
-Max stored bookmarks increased from 5 to 10.
-Note: This big update cannot read your old bookmarked items, they will be discarded.

### 1.0.0 — 2018-02-27

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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