Content Guidelines
Password fields help users create or enter secure credentials. The content around password inputs must clearly communicate requirements to make this task easy for our users.
We follow these basic rules while writing content for password fields:
Labels
Use a clear and concise label, Password.
Avoid vague or instructional phrases that add unnecessary complexity.
Requirements visibility
Show password requirements upfront, before validation occurs.
Do not wait for an error state to show the requirements.
Inline text
Use inline text to clearly communicate the minimum and mandatory requirements.
Keep requirements easy to scan and understand.
Error messages
When writing an error message for a password, make sure to specify and indicate which requirements are not met.
