Time and time again, we tell you to use strong passwords to protect your information. But just how do you do that? Here are some tips to get you started:
- Think passphrase, not password. Use a combination of four or five unrelated words you can easily remember but others can’t guess. For example: “TacoRainBikeJazz!”
- Add complexity: Include a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters.
- Side note – the first letter doesn’t need to be the one capitalized – Tiger might be easily guessed, but would tiGer?
- Keep it long: Aim for at least 12-16 characters.
- Avoid personal info: No names, birthdays, or obvious patterns.
Example: “Blue$Lion99@Moon” is strong, memorable, and secure!
Bonus Tip: Use a password manager to store unique passwords for every account!