Tips for creating secure passwords

Discussion in 'Technology' started by VandeMataram, Dec 18, 2012.

  1. VandeMataram

    VandeMataram New Member

    It common today to get your email accounts or any other account hacked and this is unavoidable but by creating secured passwords you can be secured from the danger of hacking. There are several tactics that the hackers use to hack your passwords to get information or even misuse it many times. Here are some tips to create secure passwords.

    1. Never use words for your passwords that are available in dictionary as the hackers first use dictionary words that are being commonly used to hack your password.
    2. Use phrases or long words for your passwords as it takes longer time for them to hack and this generally irritates them and leaves your account without being hacked.
    3. Press anything on your keyboard and set it as your password as this will leave no clue for the hackers and keep your account safe. You can copy the password on your word pad and then cut paste it on your pen drive. This will help you keep your password secure
    4. Use different password for different sites and accounts because even if one password is hacked, they will not be able to hack your other accounts.
    5. Ignore security questions as these helps the hackers to crack your passwords easily.
    6. Use different browsers for opening different sites or new sites.
     


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