Why Strong Passwords Matter
Weak passwords are the #1 way hackers get into accounts. If you use password, letmein, or 123456 anywhere—stop! Attackers can guess these in seconds.
A strong password keeps your websites, email, and cloud accounts safe from brute-force and credential stuffing attacks.
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Tip: Use a different strong password for every account. Never reuse!
What Makes a Password "Strong"?
- At least 12–16 characters (longer is better!)
- Includes uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols
- No words or names you can find in a dictionary
- No personal info (name, birthday, pet, etc)
- Random—like
w8Q#4pVz!Hds, notQwerty2024
Passwords don’t have to be hard to type—they just have to be unique and random. Use a password manager to keep track!
Password Manager Recommendations
- Bitwarden — Free/open source, cloud or self-hosted
bitwarden.com - 1Password — Easy, beautiful, cross-platform
1password.com - KeepassXC — Free, local/offline only
keepassxc.org - Browser built-in — Chrome, Firefox, Safari all offer basic managers (use with caution, but better than nothing!)
We recommend: Bitwarden (for most users) or KeepassXC (if you want full control and no cloud).
Frequently Asked Password Questions
Q: How do I remember all these passwords?
A: You don’t! Use a password manager to remember for you. You only need to remember one strong master password (don’t forget it!).
A: You don’t! Use a password manager to remember for you. You only need to remember one strong master password (don’t forget it!).
Q: What if a site doesn’t allow symbols or long passwords?
A: Use as many allowed characters as possible—mix upper/lowercase and numbers. Then save in your manager.
A: Use as many allowed characters as possible—mix upper/lowercase and numbers. Then save in your manager.
Q: How often should I change my passwords?
A: Immediately if a site is breached, or you reused a password. Otherwise, long, random, and unique passwords can last years.
A: Immediately if a site is breached, or you reused a password. Otherwise, long, random, and unique passwords can last years.
Q: Should I use 2FA (Two-Factor Authentication)?
A: Absolutely! This adds an extra layer so even if your password leaks, your account is still protected.
A: Absolutely! This adds an extra layer so even if your password leaks, your account is still protected.
Quick Security Checklist
- Change reused passwords ASAP
- Enable 2FA everywhere possible
- Use a password manager for everything
- Check your email at Have I Been Pwned?
- Never share your passwords with anyone—not even your hosting provider!