CONSIDER THESE TIPS BEFORE CREATING YOU PASSWORD

1. Passphrase. The more characters in your password, the harder it is for hackers to guess. A mix of letter, numbers, and symbols is a good practice. Avoid using personal information such as your spouse's, children's or pet's name, or the name of the platform (i.e., using "Facebook"). If you know another language, use words from it in your passphrase.
2. Don't reuse your passphrase. It's best to avoid repeating passphrases. If one is stolen, your logins on other sites are compromised. Keep passphrases for your most vital accounts (such as your bank or insurance provider) unique.
3. Add an extra security layer. A two-factor authentication requires a second piece of proof to verify your identity, such as responding to a text message.
4. Research biometrics before using. Smartphones increasingly are relying on fingerprints and other biometrics as a substitute for passwords. The trend is still new - and there are related security concerns - do your homework before diving in.