Think that modern password rules are nonsensical?

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) just updated its password guidelines.

They’re a big shift from the old “complexity = security” mindset.

Here’s what’s changing and why it matters 🧵

1/8 🔑 Focus on length, not complexity

NIST now recommends passwords 8+ characters long, advising that the lowest maximum length offered should be 64 characters.

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Since spring, we’ve added powerful new features to help you stay secure and organized:

📎 File attachments to any item
✅ Custom item templates
📊 Reporting for Proton Pass for Business
& many others

Here’s what’s coming next to Proton Pass this summer 👇🧵 ⬇️ 1/6

🖥️ Command-Line Interface (CLI)

Access your vaults securely, right from the terminal.

Built for developers and technical teams, the CLI enables fast, encrypted access to credentials. Ideal for scripts, CI/CD, and secure automation in your dev workflow.

Worried that your email might be on the dark web? Want to know what to do if it is?

This hidden part of the internet has legitimate uses, but can also be a hangout for scammers.

Here’s a breakdown of how your data gets there, the risks, and how to protect yourself.

1/6 🧵👇 Emails typically end up on the dark web through breaches.

Hackers breach databases and sell data, allowing scammers to create phishing scams, target ransomware, or commit identity fraud.

Acting quickly once you become aware of a breach helps to minimize the damage.

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MILLIONS of people use Proton Pass.

But few know all of its secrets.

Here are 5 killer features you might not know about... 1⃣ Manage various logins easily with Vaults 👇

https://x.com/Proton_Pass/status/1897702145740398730

While most people realize by now that Password123 is a terrible choice, did you know something like Ch@ll3ng3r%$ isn’t much better?

Read on for three 🔥 hot 🔥 tips on how to create strong passwords. 🧵⬇️ (1/5) 🥇 Use a reputable password manager. And if you want to get fancy, use one like #ProtonPass that generates random email aliases to further secure your online identity. (2/5)