Password Security
Creating and managing strong passwords to protect your accounts.
What Makes a Strong Password?
Length and Complexity
Use at least 12 characters, mixing uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters. Longer passwords are exponentially harder to crack.
Uniqueness
Never reuse passwords across different accounts. Each service should have its own unique password to prevent credential stuffing attacks.
Memorability
Consider using passphrases - strings of random words that are easy to remember but hard to guess. Example: "correct-horse-battery-staple".
Password Managers
A password manager is essential for modern digital security. It helps you:
Generate Strong Passwords
Create complex, unique passwords for each account without having to remember them.
Secure Storage
Store passwords in an encrypted vault, protected by a single master password and optionally 2FA.
Password Best Practices
- Change passwords immediately if a service reports a data breach
- Enable two-factor authentication whenever possible
- Avoid using personal information in passwords
- Never share passwords via email or messaging