In a world where phishing doesn’t mean heading to the lake with a rod and reel, protecting your online presence is more important than ever. This October, as we recognize Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we’re sharing tips and tricks to help you keep your digital identity safe.

One of the simplest ways to protect your accounts is by creating a strong password. A good password uses a combination of upper and lowercase letters, numbers and special characters. Most passwords are about 10 characters long—but did you know there’s something even stronger?

A passphrase is essentially a longer password made up of random words, numbers, special characters and spaces. It’s easy for you to remember but hard for hackers to crack.

Both passwords and passphrases can be secure, but passphrases often offer stronger protection thanks to their complexity. Click here to learn more about the difference between the two, and five reason why a passphrase is better.

If you have questions on how to change your passwords, please fill out an IT ticket or contact the IT Department.