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The Three Keys to a Great Password

A great password is often the only thing standing between you and identity theft. But what makes a password really secure? Turns out, there are some important guidelines to follow to keep information safe. Read on for three smart tips.1. Know the latest  security standards.The National Institute of Standards and Technology has established some new rules for setting more-secure passwords.MAKE YOUR PASSWORDS LONGER.Longer passwords are harder to decipher. Try using short phrases instead of just one word.AVOID PASSWORDS HINTS OR RESET QUESTIONS. Password hints aren’t all that effective and can actually make it easier to hack into your accounts.DON’T REPEAT THE SAME NUMBER OR LETTER.Something like “yessssss999” is much too easy for identity thieves to crack.DON’T USE COMMON IDENTIFIERS AS A PASSWORD.For example, if your name is Jane Smith and you’re setting up a Netflix account, don’t use “janesmith” or “Netflix” as your password.2.Don't use the same  password more than once. By using the same password on multiple services, you are potentially giving hackers access to every service where you're using that password. This is like having a single key that opens your house, your, car, and your bank's safety deposit box. If someone steals that key, they can access everything you own. Always create different keys, or passwords, for separate accounts.3. Make use of a  password manager. A password management tool is your greatest ally. These are  programs or apps that will create unique passwords on each of your accounts and store them all for you in a single, secure location, so you'll never lose them again. They can also sync with multiple devices and  auto-populate passwords whenever you need them, saving you a ton of time and trouble. The World Wide Web can be complicated,  but setting secure passwords doesn't have to be. With a bit of effort, you can use smart practices to help keep all your accounts safe and secure. SOURCE: The National Institute of Standards and Technology, 2019
 

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Legacy Planning Alliance, Inc. is a financial services company that specializes in asset protection and retirement income products and services. Joseph Maggiore is the principal owner of Legacy Planning Alliance, Inc.  Legacy Planning Alliance, Inc. only offers insurance products and services in states where licensed to do so.

Investment advisory services are offered through First Advisors National, LLC (“FAN Advisors”). FAN Advisors is an investment advisor firm registered pursuant to the regulations of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Joseph Maggiore is an investment advisor representative of FAN Advisors and is registered to only offer specific advisory services through FAN Advisors. FAN Advisors does not offer insurance services. The FAN Advisors written disclosure document is available upon request; please review it for details regarding advisory services. FAN Advisors and Legacy Planning Alliance, Inc. are independently owned and operated.

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