HeyIT Tips & Tricks Newsletter #3: Why One Good Password Isn’t Enough
- Breagha Sinclair
- Jun 17
- 1 min read
Updated: Jun 20
Imagine this...
You're using the same key for your house, car, and office.
If someone copies it once—they have access to everything.
That’s exactly what happens when you reuse the same password across multiple websites. Cybercriminals count on this mistake. Don’t make it easy for them.
🔐 Use Strong, Unique Passwords
Reusing passwords is like handing out spare keys to strangers. If one site gets breached, all your accounts are at risk.
This attack is called credential stuffing—and it’s one of the easiest ways hackers break into accounts.
👎 Don’t:
Use common passwords like password123, qwerty, or your birthday.
Repeat passwords across sites.
✅ Do:
Create unique, complex passwords for every login. Mix uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols.
Quick Tips for Non-Tech Users
Use a password manager (e.g., Keeper - what we offer to our clients!) to store & generate strong passwords.
Never save passwords in your browser—especially on shared or public devices.
Avoid using names, birthdays, or simple words in passwords.
🧠 Passwords Are Like Toothbrushes
Don’t share them.
Change them regularly.
Keep them clean and private.
🔐 Extra Layer of Security with HeyIT
HeyIT customers benefit from built-in security tools to help detect and prevent password breaches—even before you know one happened.
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Book Your FREE 15-Minute Security Check-In
HeyIT | Helping People Stay Cyber-Smart
Stay safe out there!
Breagha @ HeyIT
