Why use strong passwords?
The first line of defense against unauthorized access to your personal information is a strong password. Hackers use automated programs that can test billions of password combinations per second. Simple passwords like "123456" or "password" are discovered instantly.
A randomly generated password with uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols exponentially increases the time required to crack it, making your accounts virtually invulnerable to brute-force attacks.
Security Tips
- Don't reuse passwords: If one site is hacked, all your other accounts with the same password will be at risk.
- Use a Password Manager: With so many complex passwords, it's impossible to memorize them all. Use tools like Bitwarden, 1Password, or the Google/Apple manager.
- Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Whenever possible, add this extra layer of security.