Password Guidelines 2023

Passwords are used to protect your data from the eyes of others. Below is some useful information to create and maintain good passwords.

1. Use a mixture of letters, numbers, and symbols. All so a mixture of Upper and lower case. For Example 1P@ssWord$8933.
2. The length of a password is also important. The logger the password the better.
3. Consider using pass phrases (a combination of words or a sentence. It can be easier to remember and just as secure). This will make it easier to come up and remember your passwords.
4. Never use the password on more one site or service.
5. Never leave your password in an insecure place. This makes it easy for people to steal it.
6. Consider using a password manager. A password manager will help you keep track of your passwords, and most them give you an option for it to generate. Check out the following articles for recommendations on password managers.
   1. Best password managers for the USA – October 2023 – Cybernews.com
   2. The Best Password Managers for 2023 | PCMag
   3. Best Password Manager in 2023 – CNET
   4. Best Password Managers 2023: Free and Paid | Tom’s Hardware (tomshardware.com)
   5. Best password manager of 2023 | TechRadar
   6. My article Password Managers Why You Need One – ScottSekinger.com Knowledge Is Power
7. If you decide to use a password manage consider using the generate option. This guarantee the password is random.

I hope this article helps you make some better password habits.