Password and MFA best practices
The most common questions about strong passwords and multi-factor authentication, answered directly.
What actually makes a password strong?
Length matters more than forced complexity. A 16+ character passphrase (for example, four random words) is stronger and easier to remember than a 10-character 'P@ssw0rd!'. The essential part is that it's unique per service.
Why can't I reuse the same password across sites?
Because if a single site suffers a data breach (which happens constantly, even to large companies), that username-password combination gets automatically tested against thousands of other services. Reusing passwords turns someone else's breach into your problem.
Do I need a password manager?
Yes, if you have more than 5-6 different accounts (and almost everyone has far more). It's impossible to remember dozens of unique, strong passwords unaided. A password manager generates them, stores them encrypted, and autofills them.
What exactly is MFA (multi-factor authentication)?
It requires a second proof of identity beyond your password: a temporary code generated by an app (like Google Authenticator or Authy), a push notification, or a physical security key. Even if your password is stolen, an attacker can't get in without that second factor.
Is SMS-based MFA good enough?
It's better than nothing, but it's the weakest option: SMS codes can be intercepted through SIM-swapping attacks. Always prefer an authenticator app or a physical security key when the service supports it.
Where should I enable MFA first?
Start with email (it's the gateway to resetting the rest of your passwords), then banking and payments, then administrative access to work systems, and finally the rest of your services.
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