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Happy #WorldPasswordDay! Don't forget your security is only as strong as the weakest link. We have several resources to help you understand how passwords can be compromised and what you should do to protect them. Image
First of all, should you use a "password" or a "passphrase"? The answer is that it depends. Learn about the password vs. passphrase debate: protonmail.com/blog/protonmai…
Next, explore the considerations behind how long your password should be. It turns out, even some long passwords can be hacked, so "length" is not synonymous with "secure." protonmail.com/blog/how-long-…
And finally, here are our three steps to create a strong password:
1. Use a password manager.
2. Generate unique, random passwords for all your accounts.
3. Use a long passphrase for passwords you must memorize.
More details: protonmail.com/blog/how-to-cr…

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