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Block weak, compromised, and reused passwords with real-time policy enforcement and instant user feedback for Active Directory. Now available for instant self-service purchase.
Netwrix Password Policy Enforcer provides organizations with an automated way to strengthen, monitor, and audit Active Directory credentials without increasing help desk tickets. It is a robust policy management solution that seamlessly integrates with your existing infrastructure to block compromised passwords in real time. You can enforce granular rules across your entire domain or specific groups—ensuring higher security standards and regulatory compliance.
Stop credential stuffing
Block leaked, weak, and common passwords at the point of creation. By cross-referencing breach databases and dictionary lists, you proactively neutralize the threat of stolen credentials and brute-force attacks.
Guide user choices
Eliminate frustration with real-time visual feedback that helps employees create compliant passwords instantly. Instead of cryptic error messages, users receive clear guidance that improves security while reducing help desk calls.
Ensure compliance
Satisfy strict auditing requirements with flexible password rules that far exceed native Active Directory capabilities. Implement specific policies across different organizational units to meet regulatory standards and internal security mandates.
"It's really easy to implement and really easy to use. The integration on computers is great for users helping them to change their passwords."
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Enforce stronger credentials with Active Directory password policy software
Why choose Password Policy Enforcer?
Custom dictionary and pattern protection
Block dictionary words, character substitutions, and predictable patterns that standard complexity checks often miss. By enforcing rules against specific word lists and sequences, you ensure Active Directory passwords are resilient against modern cracking techniques.
Frictionless user experience with real-time guidance
Replace vague error messages with instant feedback that explains exactly why a password was rejected. This guides users to choose a compliant password immediately, improving security while lowering the volume of password-related help desk calls.
Granular compliance beyond native AD limitations
Satisfy auditors with sophisticated password rules and built-in templates for frameworks like NIST, HIPAA, and PCI DSS. Apply different policies to specific groups or organizational units to meet precise regulatory and internal security requirements.
Get started with Netwrix self-service
Netwrix self-service offerings for teams with up to 150 employees or up to 250 enabled Active Directory (AD) + cloud-only Entra ID accounts. Ideal for organizations comfortable with self-deployment and using the Netwrix Community for guidance. If your organization is larger or you need dedicated technical support, contact our sales team.