1. Use Strong, Unique Passwords

  • Avoid common words, patterns, or repeated characters
  • Use a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols
  • Example: P@ssw0rd! is better than password
Password Strength

2. Implement Secure Password Storage

  • Always use hashing algorithms like bcrypt or Argon2
  • Never store passwords in plain text
  • Tip: Use a salt value for each password
Secure Password Storage

3. Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

  • Add an extra layer of security beyond just passwords
  • Use time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) or hardware tokens
  • Note: MFA significantly reduces account takeover risks
Multi Factor Authentication

4. Enforce Password Policies

  • Set minimum length requirements (e.g., 12 characters)
  • Limit password reuse across accounts
  • Warning: Avoid overly complex rules that discourage users from creating strong passwords
Password Policy

5. Regularly Update Passwords

  • Use a password manager to generate and store unique passwords
  • Change passwords periodically (every 90 days)
  • Remember: Don't use the same password across multiple services
Password Update

For more advanced security measures, check out our guide on secure password storage. 🔒