Keeping your passwords safe with a password manager
Did you know the most common used passwords for almost a decade have been “123456” and “password”? If you have been using passwords like this or keeping your passwords written on the side of your desk or saving them in a text file on your device – stop this immediately. We know how difficult it is to remember a password combination and even more so now that we have multiple applications, we require passwords for, but more so today we require complex unique passwords to protect our data.
What is a password manager?
A password manager offers convenience and, more importantly, helps you create better passwords, which makes your online existence less vulnerable to password-based attacks.
PC Mag says password managers are apps that generate new, random passwords for all the sites you visit. They store these credentials for you in a secure virtual vault. Then, when you visit a site or open an app where you need to log in, the password manager automatically fills in your login name and password for you.
Most password managers can also fill in your personal information, like name, address, and credit card number on web forms to save you time during account creation or checkout when making a purchase online. Some password managers can store your important documents or other credentials like safe codes and medical information in the vault, too.
Five good reasons why a password manager can help you
Passwords may seem a trivial protection method, but secure, frequently updated passwords are still an effective way to keep your data safe.
1. Never having to memorise another password
The main benefit of using a password manager to boost your cyber security is that you do not need to use the same password all the time or have a good memory to remember them all.
2. Use stronger passwords
Without having to remember passwords, you can now use complicated passwords by incorporating the latest recommendations for secure passwords, including using long phrases, symbols, punctuation, and capitalisation. Rather than using ones that come off the top of your head.
3. Use the same password manager across multiple devices
Many password managers provide access across multiple devices. As we use our mobile devices more often (and as more websites provide optimized mobile experiences), this is increasingly important. Many of the password managers also provide support for passwords for apps.
4. Simple access to multiple accounts
You can login to accounts easily. Once you sign up for a password manager, you can install a browser extension that will autofill logins for you while still storing them securely.
5. Share passwords securely
You can share passwords to joint accounts with family or co-workers. Of course, it’s not recommended you give away your personal passwords, but for shared accounts, a password manager gives you the option to control who has access to passwords.
The Keeper password manager
Keeper is one of the most secure options on the market and keeps credentials, so confidential even the platform doesn’t know what your passwords are. The service can be as simple or complex as you want it to be, making it suitable for personal or business use.
As a leading and trusted cybersecurity leader, Keeper protects millions of people and thousands of companies globally. It is an easy-to-use platform that unifies critical components of identity and access management and enables zero-trust transformation.
The service also includes dark web monitoring and account takeover protection features so you can live your digital life stress-free. Keeper comes with an extensive knowledge library and comprehensive support.
Rito Technologies are ready to help you
We are an experienced IT partner that can help you maximise your business output with a reputable password manager. We enable our clients to optimise efficiencies with their IT Strategic Planning, which is guaranteed to increase your accessibility, productivity, and levels of communication with the right level of technology for business and potential customers.
With our free IT assessment, we can help you establish what VoIP system would be best suited for you. We can also identify areas for improvement as well as fill the gaps to present further opportunities for growth with an IT roadmap.
For more information about our IT assessment to help improve your company’s connectivity with VoIP, get in touch with us at info@rito-tech.co.za or call us on 010 213 7016 and we will gladly assist you.
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