In our time, the security of our systems is very important. And one of the most basic security measures we can take is passwords. Using a password manager can be extremely helpful in creating strong passwords.
Which passwords are considered strong?
- Those that are large in size. They have at least 16 characters.
- Those that are unique. Each online account should have its own password.
- Those who are original. Use words and phrases that are not known to the general public.
- Those that contain many different characters. Add capital letters, numbers, and symbols.
A password managercan instantly generate a random, unique password for each of your accounts. LastPass , for example, has a built-in password generator that you can use anytime you sign up for a new account or update the password for an existing account. And because those passwords are in LastPass, you never have to worry about forgetting your passwords.
However, you will need to remember the password for the administrator. One of the best ways to create and remember a strong password is to create a “passphrase.” A “passphrase” is a long sentence or string of words. It is usually something random, but it can have personal meaning to you. Add a few symbols and numbers to this phrase and you have a strong password that is easy for you to remember.
Checking the strength of your password
Password managers give you the ability to monitor the strength of your passwords through a security dashboard. There you can see your overall Security Score. You can also take a closer look at accounts that have weak or reused passwords, as well as passwords that have been affected by known data breaches.
