15/03/2022
the common mistakes that we make while creating a password?
We primarily use the same password and security questions for our essential accounts.
While creating the password, our focus is to make the password linked with our daily life events. Like our birth date, our contact info, our pet name, etc.
We primarily use the dictionary attractive words in the password generation.
Therefore, to secure your account, perform the following checklist.
Do not use the same password and same security questions for your important accounts.
A strong password should be a minimum of 16 characters. It must include uppercase and lowercase alphabets, numbers, and special symbols.
Do not use your birth date, name of your family, pet's name, or personal info in your password.
Do not use a postcode, phone number, ID card number, social security number in your password.
Do not use a dictionary or everyday use words in your password.
Do not use two passwords with almost the same character pattern.
Do not allow web browsers to save your password.
Do not log in to your essential accounts on some other's device.
Do not create an account on a website that is not SSL secured.
It's recommended to change your password after 12 weeks.
Encrypt and backup your passwords at different locations, so if you cannot access your computer or account, you can retrieve your password.
Turn on the two-step authentication, where possible.
Protect your computer with a firewall and antivirus software.
Keep your operating systems and web browsers up to date.
You can encrypt your internet connection. You can use the VPN with protocols like WireGuard on your server and connect to it.