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Passwords can be difficult to remember, especially when they are composed of a random combination of letters and numbers and/or you have more than one of themyou have many unique ones to match different password requirements. Instead of a password, you may consider using a passphrase.
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Do not reuse passwords for important websites.
Do not use children or pet names.
Do not use music lyrics or other well-known phrases.
Do not reuse passwords that have been compromised.
Do not simply add or increase a number at the end of a password.
You should use a password manager for your passwords. Products like Lastpass, Dashlane, and 1Password all have free versions.
You should use two-factor or multi-factor authentication on any account that offers it. This is the best way to prevent your accounts from being misused, and it is increasingly available across an ever-increasing number of services wesbites including financial websites, social apps, and even gaming sites like Steam.
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