In this article, we explain how to protect your passwords from AI-powered password guessers.
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Your first line of defense is to create strong passwords. Don’t just use numbers and lowercase letters. If possible, use a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters (such as @, &, !, #, etc.). Never include personal information such as your date of birth or anything else that could be publicly available.
The strongest passwords are at least 17 random characters long. Use an automated password generator like Norton Password Generator or Avast Random Password Generator for best results.
Two-factor authentication (2FA) or multi-factor authentication (MFA) adds more security to your passwords. It requires a verification code provided via email, text message, or a third-party app like Google Authenticator or Microsoft Authenticator. Using a 2FA app is your best option, as text messages can be intercepted.
