Use a password manager for unique passwords
Use a password manager to generate, store, and fill strong, unique passwords instead of reusing one password across accounts.
Costsfree · a few hours · one habit change
Getslarge freedom benefit
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What it costs
Time to choose a reputable password manager and set up its main password; CISA notes that some password managers are free and some cost money.
What you get
A password manager can generate, store, and fill passwords, warn about weak or reused passwords, and help use a different strong password for every account. You only need to remember the password for the manager itself.
Notes
Choose a reputable program from a trusted source. Built-in password managers in web browsers are one free option; other programs may cost money. Make the password-manager password a long, memorable passphrase, and enable MFA for important accounts as well.
Sources
- CISA — Use Strong Passwords