How Can I Keep From Getting Hacked?

Dan Bailey • Jan 28, 2023

Use a password manager now!  Here's why...

Using a password manager to generate and save passwords is a vital step in protecting your online accounts and personal information. The risks of using one password everywhere are significant and can have serious consequences if your password is compromised.


One of the biggest risks of using the same password for multiple accounts is that if one account is hacked, all of your other accounts are also vulnerable to being hacked. This is because many people reuse the same email address and password combination across multiple accounts, making it easy for malicious actors to gain access to multiple accounts with just one set of login credentials.


Another risk of using the same password everywhere is that it makes it easier for malicious actors to guess your password through a process called "brute force" hacking. This is where a hacker uses a program to automatically try different combinations of characters until they find the correct password. The more common the password, the easier it is for the hacker to guess it.


Furthermore, malicious actors can also use phishing scams to trick you into giving them your password, or use malware to steal your login credentials.

To protect yourself from these risks, it is important to use a password manager to generate and save unique passwords for each of your accounts. A password manager will automatically generate strong, random passwords for you and save them securely. This means that even if one of your accounts is hacked, your other accounts will still be safe.


In addition, a password manager can also alert you if any of your saved passwords have been compromised in a data breach, so you can change them immediately.


Overall, using a password manager is a simple and effective way to protect your online accounts and personal information from malicious actors. It is essential for anyone who values their online security to start using a password manager today.


Call us today for a security consultation.  We provide solid advise on how to use a password manager, and can help you eliminate insecure passwords from your life!


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