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The ultimate guide to improve your password security this World Password Day

In the current times, it is imperative to switch from traditional password-based security to modern password-based security. Whether you are a total beginner or a seasoned professional, leaning on some quality password tips will always be handy.


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Harsh Gala

3 years ago | 3 min read

World Password Day is observed every year on the first Thursday of May. It was created to raise awareness about good password-maintaining habits among people.

Passwords are the gateway to all our activity may it be our personal or corporate information; it can also leave your data vulnerable if they are not strong enough.

As cybercrime enhances its damaging capabilities each day, weak passwords like QWERTY and 12345678 become terrible password choices. Furthermore, 90% of user-generated passwords are weak and vulnerable causing organizations a tremendous loss.

In the current times, it is imperative to switch from traditional password-based security to modern password-based security.

Read further, as we will explain to you the importance of password management best practices and how to tighten online security from the data vulnerability.

Two Factor Authentication:

Fifty percent of people globally reuse passwords, which can easily be hacked by the hacker. Hence the single level of authentication with username and password is less secure.

Two-factor authentication or 2FA is a user identity verification method, where it uses two ways of authentication from the users in order to grant access to a website or application.

So you may be thinking how do 2FA works right? 😕

It's very simple as the name suggests there are two levels of authentication done. On the first level of authentication, users have to enter their username and password like traditional password security. On the second level of authentication, the user gets a One-Time Password (OTP) or a text message with a verification code sent to their mobile devices or code sent on a specialized authenticator smartphone mobile app like Google Authenticator.

High-risk industries like Banking, Finance, Healthcare, Ecommerce, etc can advance their security with Multi-Factor Authentication Solution. It verifies your identity multiple times before you access your account which gives extra layers of security & keeps you a few steps ahead of internet crooks.

Password Manager

Netizens have hundreds of passwords to keep a track of. Retaining a huge password stack can be tedious without leaning onto some aid. With password managers, you can take the load off your mind, and save yourself from remembering a long list of passwords.

It is like, placing all your passwords in a security vault. When you log into a website, the password manager stores all your data. It encrypts your password database with a master password. This is the only one you must remember. The next time you visit the same website, your password manager will let you log in automatically. Basically, doing all the monotonous work for you.

Having unpredictable passwords and user IDs for every website is a recommended security measure. However, maintaining them without security is not. Do not jog down your passwords and take security lightly.

Educated Good Password Habits Among users

Organizations need to set up and make sure their users are aware of the drawbacks of weak passwords and should educate them by providing some information.

Encourage users to use a passphrase instead of a password. A passphrase is a long and unpredictable password. In layman's terms, it a password that is easy to memorize but tough to guess. At times, numeric passwords are tedious to keep track of. These tedious passwords can trouble you if you lose them. So, instead of using “12345678,“ the most common password of all time, use “ihave3dobermanpuppies“ or “johnnydeppdeservesanoscar“.

Encourage users to change their password on a regular basis by sending an alert every 2-3 months. Make sure you have integrated Password Strength Meter, which enables the user’s to have a stronger password.

SSL Certificate

Having a secure password habit is not enough, businesses need to secure their website’s overall security as well. In Fact, what is the point of having a secure password system when your website security is at stake?

SSL Certificate or Secure socket layer is a standard security technology that secures user's sensitive information like username, credit/debit card passwords while transacting online. There are many more benefits of SSL Certificates for website security.


Happy Ending!

With cybercrimes increasing at a high pace every day, your password security cannot be compromised. This world password day, start with good practices and earn a fortune! It is never late to start with a good habit that protects you and your user‘s from further damage.

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Harsh Gala

After starting his career as an Digital Marketer, Harsh pivoted to tech marketing, which combines his love of technology and analytical thinking with a generous dose of creativity.


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