Password Tips

The number one way cyber criminals access your account is through weak passwords. Follow these tips to make and manage strong passwords.

USE STRONG PASSWORDS

• Make your passwords:
  • Long: At least 16 characters
  • Complex: Use upper and lowercase letters, numbers and symbols
  • Unique: Use a different password for each account

How can you remember all those long, complex, and unique passwords? You don’t have to! Use a password manager to help remember them for you.

USE A PASSWORD MANAGER

Password managers can:

• Store all your passwords
• Tell you when you have weak or re-used passwords
• Generate strong passwords for you
• Automatically fill logins into sites and apps

Visit bc.edu/password to learn about BC’s recommended password managers, and other password tips.