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Passwords and account safety · Lesson 2 of 4

Create unique passwords

A useful password is both difficult to guess and used for only one account. Length helps, but uniqueness stops one exposed service from opening another.

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A practical example

A phrase made from several unrelated words is easier to remember and harder to guess than a short word with predictable substitutions. Do not use names, birthdays, phone numbers, or public details.

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Three useful actions

  1. 01

    Use a long, randomly generated password when a password manager can create and remember it.

  2. 02

    If you must memorise one password, use several unrelated words and avoid personal information.

  3. 03

    Never send a password through chat, email, or a form reached from an unexpected message.