{"id":101,"date":"2025-09-12T14:54:46","date_gmt":"2025-09-12T14:54:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/a.flowindsurfing.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/11\/how-to-create-a-strong-password\/"},"modified":"2026-01-11T11:39:39","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T11:39:39","slug":"how-to-create-a-strong-password","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/piikla.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/12\/how-to-create-a-strong-password\/","title":{"rendered":"How to create a strong password"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"post-content cf entry-content content-spacious\">\n<p><strong>Ever logged into a website and was notified that your password has been exposed in a data leak?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It feels like a Catch-22, where you need a password that you\u2019ll remember in a pinch but one that isn\u2019t too obvious and can be easily accessed by hackers. Fortunately, there are ways to make a strong password.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you opt for one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trustedreviews.com\/best\/best-password-manager-4019795\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best password managers<\/a> or choose to make use of the respective built-in Google or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trustedreviews.com\/explainer\/what-is-apple-passwords-4534747\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apple Passwords<\/a> apps, there are plenty of ways to create strong passwords for all your log-ins.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve detailed the different ways you can ensure you make a strong password, from tips and habits to avoid, to using apps to keep your passwords secure.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-youll-need\">What you\u2019ll need:<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A PC or smartphone<\/li>\n<li>Either the Google or Apple Password apps<\/li>\n<li>Or access to a password manager (we\u2019ll use NordPass, but there are plenty of options available)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-short-version\">The short version:<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use biometric or two-factor authentication<\/li>\n<li>Avoid using any common words or numbers<\/li>\n<li>The longer and more varied the password the better<\/li>\n<li>Utilise Password apps<\/li>\n<li>Sign up to a password manager<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<section class=\"block block-mobile-ad block-mobile-ad-double\" style=\"height: 620px\">\n<div class=\"ad-label\" style=\"height: 20px\">\n        Advertisement    <\/div>\n<div class=\"ad-inner\" id=\"ad_mobile-in-article_1\"><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"block video-player\"><\/section>\n<div class=\"schema-how-to wp-block-yoast-how-to-block\">\n<ol class=\"schema-how-to-steps \">\n<li class=\"schema-how-to-step\" id=\"how-to-step-1684323355339\">\n<div class=\"steps\">\n<h3 class=\"step-name\">Step  1.<\/h3>\n<h3 class=\"schema-how-to-step-name\">Avoid using any common words or numbers<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<p><img class=\"lazy lazy-hidden\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trustedreviews.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/a3-lazy-load\/assets\/images\/lazy_placeholder.gif\" data-lazy-type=\"image\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.trustedreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/06\/how-to-create-a-strong-password-1.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-how-to-step-text\">You must avoid using personal information for your password, including the likes of loved ones\u2019 names, birthdays or where you live currently or have lived in the past.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also advisable to avoid using any common words, even if they can\u2019t necessarily be traced back to you. As we\u2019ll get into next, the more random the password the better.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"schema-how-to-step\" id=\"how-to-step-1750430558017\">\n<div class=\"steps\">\n<h3 class=\"step-name\">Step  2.<\/h3>\n<h3 class=\"schema-how-to-step-name\">The longer and more varied the password the better<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<p><img class=\"lazy lazy-hidden\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trustedreviews.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/a3-lazy-load\/assets\/images\/lazy_placeholder.gif\" data-lazy-type=\"image\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.trustedreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/06\/how-to-create-a-strong-password-2.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-how-to-step-text\">While many websites offer their own password restrictions, for example they\u2019ll require a minimum of eight characters with at least one number and one uppercase letter, it\u2019s always better to be a bit more inventive.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>A strong password should start with at least twelve characters and include multiple numbers (although not in a sequence), symbols and a mixture of upper and lower case letters. You should also avoid simply replacing a letter with a similar symbol, for example @ instead of a, as this is a really common method that hackers can crack in seconds.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"schema-how-to-step\" id=\"how-to-step-1750430574653\">\n<div class=\"steps\">\n<h3 class=\"step-name\">Step  3.<\/h3>\n<h3 class=\"schema-how-to-step-name\">Utilise Password apps<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<p><img class=\"lazy lazy-hidden\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trustedreviews.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/a3-lazy-load\/assets\/images\/lazy_placeholder.gif\" data-lazy-type=\"image\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.trustedreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/06\/how-to-create-a-strong-password-3.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-how-to-step-text\">Both Android and iPhones are fitted with built in Password apps which keep your log-in details stored and even inform you when a password has appeared in a data breach.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>You can also use the respective Password apps to generate a random password at any time, which can then be used when you need to update existing details or when creating a new account.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"schema-how-to-step\" id=\"how-to-step-1750430593237\">\n<div class=\"steps\">\n<h3 class=\"step-name\">Step  4.<\/h3>\n<h3 class=\"schema-how-to-step-name\">Sign up to a password manager<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<p><img class=\"lazy lazy-hidden\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trustedreviews.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/a3-lazy-load\/assets\/images\/lazy_placeholder.gif\" data-lazy-type=\"image\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.trustedreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/06\/how-to-create-a-strong-password-4.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-how-to-step-text\">We\u2019d strongly recommend using a password manager to securely store your passwords and to generate new ones too.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve written about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trustedreviews.com\/opinion\/why-you-need-a-password-manager-4208127\">why you need a password manager<\/a> before, so if you aren\u2019t sold on the benefits then we\u2019d recommend giving that a read, which our list of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trustedreviews.com\/best\/best-password-manager-4019795\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best password managers<\/a> detail our favourites from our rigorous testing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"schema-how-to-step\" id=\"how-to-step-1750430614090\">\n<div class=\"steps\">\n<h3 class=\"step-name\">Step  5.<\/h3>\n<h3 class=\"schema-how-to-step-name\">Make use of biometric or two-factor authentication<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<p><img class=\"lazy lazy-hidden\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trustedreviews.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/a3-lazy-load\/assets\/images\/lazy_placeholder.gif\" data-lazy-type=\"image\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.trustedreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/06\/how-to-create-a-strong-password-5.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-how-to-step-text\">You\u2019ll notice when you\u2019re logging into an account on a compatible phone, that instead of needing to type in your password, you\u2019ll be directed to use your face or touch ID instead, which unlocks the password from the Passwords app automatically.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s also two-factor authentication (2FA) which adds another layer of security when you\u2019re trying to log into an online account. Essentially, when you try to log into an account from a new device, you\u2019ll receive a text or email with a one-time code which confirms it\u2019s really you logging in.<\/p>\n<p>If you do use 2FA, then you must ensure your details are always up to date, as you don\u2019t want to potentially miss an important text or email.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-troubleshooting\">Troubleshooting<\/h2>\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\">\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1750430790543\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is it bad to use the same password for multiple websites?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">In a nutshell, yes it is not advisable to use the same passwords more than once. While it may seem convenient to have the same password, as you\u2019re less likely to forget it, this can leave you vulnerable to hacks. In fact, if one website has a data breach, then all of your online accounts with the same password may be at risk.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1750430803539\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How to keep track of passwords<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">As repeating passwords is an absolutely no-go, it can be difficult to keep on top of all your newly invented passwords. While we\u2019ve all been guilty of filling our Notes app with random passwords for all our accounts, this is certainly not the best way of keeping track of your log-in details.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Easily, the best way to keep track of passwords is to use a password manager or app, as they can safely secure your details for you.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"review-specs\">\n    <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ever logged into a website and was notified that your password has been exposed in a data leak? 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