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Account Security Tips

A strong password:

Is at least eight characters long.
Contains a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols.
Doesn't contain your user name, real name, or company name.
Doesn't contain a complete word.
Is significantly different from previous passwords.
Isn't the same password you use on other web sites, such as for online banking, social media, or email accounts.

A strong security question:

Should be memorable by you.
Should have many possible answers.
Should not be something you would answer on a survey or quiz on a social networking site, blog, or during an interview.
Can be cryptic, such as a code that only you would know the answer for
Isn't the same question you use on other web sites, such as for online banking, social media, or email accounts.
Should not be something someone can lookup online through social media!

A strong security answer:

Should not be easily guessed or researched.
Should not change over time.
Should not be a date or time.
- Dates and times can vary in format, and can be difficult to answer correctly. For example, "01/02/1990", "1/2/1990" and "January 02, 1990" are the same date, but not the same answer!
Should be easy to remember.
Should be simple: one or two words.
Doesn't contain your user name, real name, or company name.
Is significantly different from previous passwords or answers.
Isn't the same answer you use on other web sites, such as for online banking, social media, or email accounts.
Should not be something someone can lookup online through social media!