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title: "How to Disable Password Strength Meter in WordPress Website?"
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date: 2023-04-18
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# How to Disable Password Strength Meter in WordPress Website?

## Key Takeaways

- Nexter Extension (Free) allows users to disable the password strength meter in WordPress.
- Disabling the password strength meter helps eliminate unnecessary code and enhances website performance.
- Password-related JavaScript files 'zxcvbn.min.js' and 'password-strength-meter.min.js' are loaded only on necessary pages like login, checkout, and account.

The password strength meter is a built-in feature in WordPress that provides real-time feedback to users when creating or updating their passwords. This feature encourages users to create strong and unique passwords, which ultimately helps to improve website security.

However, loading this script on the entire website can sometimes cause unnecessary page load times due to the extra code being loaded on all pages. 

Fortunately, with the [Nexter Extension (Free) plugin](https://wordpress.org/plugins/nexter-extension/) it is possible to disable the password strength meter in WordPress and only load the script where it is needed, such as on the login, checkout, and account pages.

## Learn via Video Tutorial

https://youtu.be/JLlISBBzQFg?t=1532

## Why Disable Password Strength Meter?

WordPress and WooCommerce add "*zxcvbn.min.js*" and "*password-strength-meter.min.js*" JavaScript files to enforce strong password policies across the website. However, certain themes may call these files unnecessarily, leading to performance issues. To optimize your website's performance, it's essential to load these scripts only where they are needed, such as login, checkout, and account pages. Disabling the password strength meter feature in WordPress can help eliminate unnecessary code and enhance your website's performance.

## How to Disable Password Strength Meter with The Nexter Extension?

To do this, go to **Nexter **>** Extension**s > **Performance**.

Then go to the **Advanced Performance** section, enable the toggle, and click on the gear icon (⚙).

![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/advanced-performance-settings-new-1-1.png)

This will open the Advanced Performance popup, from there scroll down to **Disable Password Strength Meter** and enable the toggle.

Then click on the **Save** button.

![disable password strength meter](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/disable-password-strength-meter-new.png)

This will make sure those password related js files “*zxcvbn.min.js*” and “*password-strength-meter.min.js*” are loaded on necessary pages only.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What are the benefits of using the Nexter Extension to disable the password strength meter?**
A: Using the Nexter Extension to disable the password strength meter allows you to optimize your site's performance by loading scripts only when necessary. This can lead to faster load times and a better user experience, especially if your site has many pages where the meter is not needed.

**Q: Why might the password strength meter slow down my WordPress site?**
A: The password strength meter adds extra JavaScript files, specifically 'zxcvbn.min.js' and 'password-strength-meter.min.js', to your site. If these files are loaded on all pages, they can contribute to slower load times. Disabling the meter helps eliminate this unnecessary code, improving overall site performance.

**Q: How do I know if disabling the password strength meter is right for my site?**
A: Consider disabling the password strength meter if you notice performance issues or if your theme loads the associated scripts unnecessarily. If your users are already familiar with creating strong passwords, the absence of the meter may not significantly impact their experience. Evaluate your site's needs and user base before making the change.

**Q: What steps should I take if the password strength meter doesn't disable after following the tutorial?**
A: If the password strength meter remains active after following the tutorial, double-check that you enabled the toggle in the Advanced Performance section of the Nexter Extension. Ensure you saved the changes correctly. If issues persist, consider clearing your site's cache or checking for conflicts with other plugins that may override these settings.