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A strong password helps, but real account safety comes from several habits working together.

Why passwords alone are not enough

Many accounts are not broken into by guessing passwords. They are taken over through phishing, reused passwords from old data leaks, or by tricking the owner into sharing an OTP.

A strong password protects against guessing. It does not protect you if you type it into a fake website.

Build layers

Use a unique password for every important account, ideally with a password manager. Turn on two-factor authentication. Keep your device updated and install apps only from the official store.

Protect your email first

Your email account can reset the passwords of almost everything else. Give it your strongest password and two-factor authentication before any other account.

Slow down

Most important of all, slow down when a message creates urgency. Attackers depend on you acting before you think. If a message says your account will be blocked today, open the official app yourself instead of using the link.

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Akshay Kumar Sharma
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