Password

Password Security

Strong password practices are essential to protecting personal, financial, and university information.

Password Security Principles

• Use strong, unique passwords for each account
• Never share your password
• Do not respond to requests for credentials
• The University will never request your password via email
• Reputable organizations will not request credentials

Creating Strong Passwords

Use passphrases when possible.

Characteristics

• At least 12 characters
• Mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols
• Random and not personal
• Avoid common or predictable patterns

Passphrases vs. Passwords

Passphrases are preferred because they:

• Are longer and more secure
• Are easier to remember
• Reduce password reuse

Examples

• Don't!stop-letting_people-nothelp
• SunnyBroomAirplaneHorseGraduation
• Console-shrubbery-bronchial-various-squatter
• Rickety Output Oxidant Deem Spotless
• F!ScRnMx$uR^xGC63
• TUQ*ir9MJi$!6QNz