What is a Password Manager and How Does It Work?
A password manager is a secure tool that stores and organizes all your passwords in one place. You only need to remember one strong master password, and the password manager takes care of the rest.
Why Use a Password Manager?
- Stronger Security – Generates unique, hard-to-guess passwords for every account.
- Simplified Management – No need to remember dozens of logins.
- Secure Sharing – Teams can access accounts without revealing passwords.
- Compliance Made Simple – Track password usage and meet security requirements.
- Time Savings – Autofill logins and reduce reset requests.
Creating a Strong Master Password
Your master password should be:
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- Unique (not reused anywhere else)
- Complex, yet easy for you to remember
- Long enough to make it difficult to crack
A simple method:
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- Choose three short, random words (e.g., Book, Garbage, Cup).
- Add a number between 100 and 999 (e.g., 790).
- Select one or two special characters (e.g., $ and %).
- Combine them into a memorable phrase: Garbage$790BookCup%.
This creates a strong, easy-to-recall master password. For safety, write it down and store it securely in a fireproof location, away from your computer.
With a password manager and a solid master password, your business can stay secure, compliant, and efficient.
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