Passwords & 2FA Made Easy
Create stronger passwords and add an extra check before anyone can get into your accounts.
Start with your email, main government login, and banking accounts first. Those are usually the most important accounts to protect.
What you will do in this guide
- Create a password that is longer and harder to guess.
- Store passwords more safely.
- Turn on two-factor authentication for important accounts.
Keeping accounts safe
A strong password is like a strong lock on your front door. Two-factor authentication, or 2FA, adds a second lock.
Step 1: Create a stronger password
- Use at least 12 characters.
- Mix upper-case letters, lower-case letters, numbers, and symbols.
- Do not use your birthday, national ID number, or easy words like password.
- Use a different password for each important account.
A passphrase such as BlueMangoBus!27 is easier to remember and usually stronger than one short word.
Password Strength Comparison
- ✗ Too short (11 chars)
- ✗ Common word
- ✗ No symbols
- ✗ Easy to guess
- ✓ 16 characters
- ✓ Upper + lowercase
- ✓ Numbers + symbols
- ✓ Memorable phrase
Step 2: Store passwords safely
- Use a password manager if you are comfortable with one.
- If you write passwords down, keep them somewhere private at home.
- Never send your password or OTP to anyone by message or phone call.
Step 3: Turn on 2FA for your government or identity account
- Log in at the official website or app for that service.
- Open the security settings.
- Follow the steps to turn on two-factor authentication.
Step 4: Turn on 2FA for banking and email
- Check the security section in your bank app or website.
- Turn on login approvals, OTP, or transaction alerts.
- Do the same for your main email account.
Real banks and government agencies will never ask for your full password or OTP over the phone.
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