How secure is my password?

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What makes a password strong? A password is considered strong when it can’t be cracked. Usually, a strong password contains 12 characters and includes a combination of upper and lowercase letters, as well as a healthy mix of special characters and numbers. Need help coming up with a strong, complex password? Check out our online password generator, which will help you create strong passwords based on the requirements you set.

Creating completely uncrackable passwords is becoming a challenge. Reduce the chance of your password being compromised by avoiding bad practices, such as reusing passwords, common keyboard patterns, common acronyms or repeating characters. Keep in mind that if you use a single, simple password across multiple sites and apps, a bad actor who’s able to get their hands on that password now has access to all the accounts that the password in question was protecting. Essentially, a user with a single password for numerous apps or websites is a jackpot for a hacker. Stay on track with your passwords by using our online password generator and password strength checker tools.

Breaking a simple 7-character password with no special symbols or uppercase letters can take as little as 0.29s. Add at least two characters, and the time to crack the password will increase to approximately 5 years. You can check how long your new password will take to crack with the NordPass password generator. Then change your passwords accordingly.

Ten characters is a sufficient length for a strong password. However, remember that the longer it is, the longer it will take to crack it. So don’t shy away from making them 20 or 30 characters long. Also, update your passwords once in a while, preferably every 3-4 months.

The world's weakest password is often one that is commonly used. Despite growing cybersecurity awareness, many people continue to use weak passwords to protect their accounts.

According to our 200 most common password research, the most frequently used passwords are often the weakest. The 200 most common password list was compiled in partnership with an independent research team specializing in cybersecurity incidents.

While the specific weakest password can change on a yearly basis, it's important to note that patterns do emerge. For instance, sports teams, movie characters, and food items often dominate worst password lists.

To fortify your online security, it's critical to avoid using simple and easily guessable passwords. Instead, go for a 12-character combination of letters, numbers, and symbols. Consider using a password manager such as NordPass to help you create and remember strong, secure passwords.