Library Guides: Digital Privacy Checkup: Strong Passwords

UP Password Requirements

Remember to use University of Portland password requirements for your UP network passwords, building on the advice on this page. You will encounter different requirements on different systems, but the principle of random password generation will always apply.

Password Strength

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How To Create a Strong Password

Use Dice to Create a Passphrase
Create strong passphrases with EFF's new random number generators! This page includes information about passwords, different wordlists, and EFF's suggested method for passphrase generation.
Two-Factor Authentication
Use two-factor authentication whenever you have the option. This site has a list of websites indicating whether they support two-factor authentication.

What about using “Sign in with Facebook” or “Sign in with Google” shortcut buttons? These buttons allow those companies to track you. Instead, register for each site you visit with an email address and a strong password. Learn more.

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