Change your password day

Solarcom

Guys, we're here just to remind you that today is international change your password day!

A day where we all take a moment to reflect on our passwords and make sure they are strong and up to date.

A strong password is important to keep your online information safe. But, it can be hard to create a strong password that is easy to remember. That's why today is the perfect day to take a few minutes to review your passwords and make sure they are secure.

📍 Here are some tips to help you create a strong password:
1. Use a combination of upper and lower case letters, numbers, and symbols;
2. Avoid using common words or phrases;
3. Change your passwords regularly, at least every three months;
4. Don't use the same password for multiple accounts;
5. Consider using a password manager to store and manage your passwords.
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By taking the time to review your passwords and make sure they are secure, you can help protect your online information and keep it safe from hackers. So, don't forget to change your password today and make sure it's strong and secure!

🚀 As for us, we are always ready to protect your website and your client's data by providing fast & secure hosting.

dosai

1. Use a password manager

suut

Password managers generate random passwords.

EthernetServers

There's a whole bunch of studies from security experts and huge corporations alike which talk about why in-fact, changing passwords regularly isn't great practice.

https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2019/06/microsoft-says-mandatory-password-changing-is-ancient-and-obsolete/
https://www.packetlabs.net/posts/periodic-password-changes/

iKeyZ

@EthernetServers said:
There's a whole bunch of studies from security experts and huge corporations alike which talk about why in-fact, changing passwords regularly isn't great practice.

https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2019/06/microsoft-says-mandatory-password-changing-is-ancient-and-obsolete/
https://www.packetlabs.net/posts/periodic-password-changes/

Maybe it should be international check your password day. I remember a while back when O365 forced password changes every x days, then reverted it when this was realised.

Use a password manager with a strong password and MFA/2FA and you are mostly good.

jackb

@EthernetServers said:
There's a whole bunch of studies from security experts and huge corporations alike which talk about why in-fact, changing passwords regularly isn't great practice.

https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2019/06/microsoft-says-mandatory-password-changing-is-ancient-and-obsolete/
https://www.packetlabs.net/posts/periodic-password-changes/

It's worth noting that this is specifically when 2FA is enforced.

Avoid using common words or phrases;

https://xkcd.com/936/