Store passwords in a password manager
Use a password manager to store your login credentials securely. Sticky notes and files on your computer leave your passwords vulnerable to prying eyes.
Byte-Sized Security
Length is the primary determinant of a password’s strength
Longer passwords are better than complex, short ones. A simple 12-character password is stronger than an 8-character mix of letters, numbers and symbols as long as it isn’t a single, common dictionary word.
Aim to make passwords at least 12 characters long
When it comes to passwords, Longer = Stronger. The length of a password is superior to it’s complexity: 12 characters of lowercase letters is harder to crack than an 8-character password with letters, numbers, special characters. Easier to remember, too!
Only provide sensitive information to websites utilizing HTTPS in the URL.
The “S” stands for secure. Check for HTTPS to keep usernames, passwords, and financial information encrypted during transmission.
