HTML Area password Property: Get and Set Password

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HTML Area `password` Property: Get and Set Password

The HTML Area password property is used to get or set the password portion of the URL associated with an <area> element. The <area> element defines a hotspot region on an image map. This property is part of the URL manipulation capabilities provided by the HTML DOM.

What is the `password` Property?

The password property reflects the password portion of the URL specified in the href attribute of the <area> element. It allows you to dynamically access and modify the password part of the URL using JavaScript.

Syntax

Getting the password

let password = areaObject.password;

Setting the password

areaObject.password = "newPassword";

Property Values

| Value | Description |
| :——– | :———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— |
| string | A string representing the password portion of the URL. If the URL does not contain a password, an empty string is returned. When setting, the URL is updated with the new password. |

Examples

Getting the Password

This example demonstrates how to retrieve the password from the URL of an <area> element.

<!DOCTYPE html>
<html>
  <head>
    <title>HTML Area password Property</title>
  </head>
  <body>
    <img
      src="shapes.png"
      alt="Shapes"
      usemap="#shapesmap"
      width="400"
      height="300"
    />

    <map name="shapesmap">
      <area
        id="myArea"
        shape="rect"
        coords="0,0,100,100"
        href="https://username:[email protected]/path"
        alt="Rectangle"
      />
    </map>

    <p id="passwordOutput"></p>

    <script>
      const areaEl_pass = document.getElementById("myArea");
      const passwordOutputEl_pass = document.getElementById("passwordOutput");

      const password_pass = areaEl_pass.password;
      passwordOutputEl_pass.textContent = "Password: " + password_pass;
    </script>
  </body>
</html>

Output

Password: password

Setting the Password

This example shows how to change the password in the URL of an <area> element.

<!DOCTYPE html>
<html>
  <head>
    <title>HTML Area password Property</title>
  </head>
  <body>
    <img
      src="shapes.png"
      alt="Shapes"
      usemap="#shapesmap"
      width="400"
      height="300"
    />

    <map name="shapesmap">
      <area
        id="myArea2"
        shape="rect"
        coords="0,0,100,100"
        href="https://username:[email protected]/path"
        alt="Rectangle"
      />
    </map>

    <p id="hrefOutput2"></p>

    <script>
      const areaEl2_pass = document.getElementById("myArea2");
      const hrefOutputEl2_pass = document.getElementById("hrefOutput2");

      areaEl2_pass.password = "newpassword";
      hrefOutputEl2_pass.textContent = "New Href: " + areaEl2_pass.href;
    </script>
  </body>
</html>

Output

New Href: https://username:[email protected]/path

Practical Use Cases

Dynamic URL Modification: Modify the password portion of a URL based on user input or application logic.
URL Management: Programmatically manage and update URLs, especially in Single Page Applications (SPAs).
Security Enhancements: Implement dynamic password updates or modifications for added security.

Tips and Notes

Security Considerations: Modifying the password of a URL can have security implications. Ensure that you handle password information securely, especially when transmitting it over a network. 🔑
URL Structure: The password property only works if the URL follows the standard format with a username and password included. 🌐
Empty String: If the URL does not contain a password, the property returns an empty string.
Encoding: The password may be encoded in the URL. Ensure proper encoding and decoding when setting or getting the password to avoid issues.

Browser Support

The HTML Area password Property is supported by all modern browsers:

Chrome
Edge
Firefox
Safari
Opera

Conclusion

The HTML Area password property is a useful feature for dynamically getting and setting the password portion of a URL associated with an <area> element. Understanding how to use this property allows for more flexible and dynamic web application development, especially when dealing with URL manipulation and management. By following the examples and guidelines provided, you can effectively implement this property in your projects. 🎉