A strong password should be memorable, but difficult to guess. Ideally, it should be:
- At least 12 characters long
- A combination of lowercase and uppercase letters, numbers, and symbols (spaces count)
- Doesn't consist of a single word that can be found in the dictionary
- Not a famous person, or popular brand name
You should also try to use unique passwords for everything. Where possible, use multi-factor authentication for extra security, as this generates a random code which is required to sign in.
Consider the following ideas for a password:
- A significant date, e.g. "10th December 1993"
- An unusual song lyric, e.g. "ZI9Gy P1@yEd gu1Ta7"
- A nonsense rhyme, e.g. "Moses Supposes His Toeses Are Roses"
Microsoft Edge also includes a built-in password manager and generator, which can make life easier for you. This generates completely randomised passwords using a mixture of letters, numbers, and symbols.
One more important thing: never share your passwords out!