Security Tips

Creating A Strong Password

By having a strong password you can defend yourself from cyberattacks and even decrease your chances of a security breach. The suggested length of a password is 12 characters long which includes upper and lower case letters, special characters, and numbers. You should also stay clear of using any personal information in your password.

 

Here are a few more tips to create a strong password:

  • Password Managers may be useful to you if you have numerous passwords to remember.
  • A password should contain at least 12 characters
  • A password should also contain numbers, special characters, and letters.
  • The letters should be a mix of upper and lower case capitalization.
  • Do not use the same password for different accounts.
  • To intensify your password level of security, utilize complex words or phrases that are ultimately memorable to you.

 

Strong Password Examples:

  • Running-Dog-Fetch82!
  • $ave-BIG_flow3rs*
  • #1+yummi3-cottoncandy40

 

Weak Password Examples:

  • Password1
  • 22222
  • Abcd1234
  • 123456789
  • JohnSmith12
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