How to Set a Secure passwords 

Passwords are becoming more and more important in the digital world. From mobile phones to savings bank accounts, passwords are now secure. But studies show that many people do not pay much attention to choosing and managing sensitive passwords. So passwords are something that needs to be handled with care.

No password can be claimed to be completely secure and safe. However, some precautions can be taken when creating passwords.


Password security: 14 Important points


1. Do not enter passwords or user IDs in any email or through non-encrypted messaging systems. Email service providers and banks do not require passwords or other personal information through this mail. So not give such informations.

2. Do not store passwords on computers that are not under your complete control and own.

3. Do not share passwords with anyone for any reason.

4. Do not use the same passwords for more than one account, especially for sensitive accounts.

5. Do not use passwords similar to the user IDs.

6. If you keep your passwords written down, make sure they are secure.

7. Do not use the same user ID and password in continuously in different places and accounts.

8. Do not use information related to you as a password, such as date of birth, vehicle registration number, name of children or spouse.

9. Do not use common passwords such as PASSWORD, ABCD, ABC123, abc123 * which are very simple and easy to guess.

10. Do not use adjacent letters and numbers on the keyboard as a password. (E.g. QWERTY, ASDFG, ZXCV, etc.).

11. Keep changing passwords at regular intervals and time.

12. User ID is just as important as passwords. Avoid the easy guesses of  User IDs. ADMIN and ADMINISTRATOR are familiar and popular with hackers.

13. Even when on your own computer, keep passwords in browsers and secure them with a master password or encrypted passwords.

14. Ensure adequate security measures in place when conducting online transactions through internet cafes and the like. Also delete cookies of browsing history.