<keyword id="10591" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="samsung" source="Orion">Samsung</keyword>, or rather "samsung" with a lowercase S, is one of the most commonly used <keyword id="122887" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="passwords" source="Orion">passwords</keyword> in at least 30 countries, a recent <keyword id="6355244" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Study" source="Orion">study</keyword> by password management solution company <keyword id="9446474" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="nordpass" source="Orion">Nordpass</keyword> has shown. According to <keyword id="2180054" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="sammobile" source="Orion">SamMobile</keyword>, using the name of your smartphone/TV/home appliance brand, for example, Samsung, as a password is not the worst offender, but it has grown in popularity in recent years. While the "samsung" password ranked 198th in popularity in 2019, it rose to 189th in 2020 and 78th in 2021, breaking the top-100 mark last year. The most popular password is "password," which was reportedly chosen by nearly 5 million users, while other commonly used passwords include "123456," "123456789," and "guest", according to the report. In the case of "samsung," it turns out that it is not the only brand-based password used by a large number of online users. According to a recent report, a simple and predictable password can be decrypted in less than one second, whereas combining lowercase and uppercase letters with numbers can also produce variable results. A seven-digit password containing all of those elements can be decrypted in about seven seconds, while an eight-digit password takes about seven minutes, said the report. The research firm discovered that the majority of commonly used passwords can be decrypted in less than one second because they are short and consist only of numbers or letters with no uppercase characters, the report added. SEE ALSO: <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/study-finds-apples-airpods-pro-may-serve-as-a-hearing-assistive-device-for-mild-to-moderate-hearing-loss/articleshow/95683268.cms">Study finds Apple's AirPods Pro may serve as a hearing-assistive device for mild-to-moderate hearing loss</a> <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/musk-cuts-home-internet-daycare-and-other-perks-for-twitter-employees/articleshow/95690595.cms">Musk cuts home internet, daycare and other perks for Twitter employees</a>

'Samsung' most commonly-used passwords in 2021: Study

<ul><li>People often use <keyword id="8541683" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="common-passwords" source="Orion">common passwords</keyword> that are easy to remember, leaving themselves vulnerable.</li><li>A strong and unique password is necessary in this digital world.</li><li>Here’s a look at some of the most common passwords in <keyword id="3658" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="india" source="Orion">India</keyword> and how easily they can be cracked.</li></ul>Passwords are becoming more and more important in this digital world and we have to remember several passwords for social media platforms, emails, e-commerce websites, bank accounts and more, making it a tiresome process. The number of platforms that require you to use a password makes the process of selecting a unique password very difficult and people usually end up using simple or common passwords such as their spouse’s name, their birth date, parents name or their pet’s name, making it extremely easy for people familiar with them to guess these passwords. Apart from the above-mentioned passwords, people often use passwords that are easy to remember. At the same time, these are quite easy to crack, making them useless in most cases. According to a report by <keyword id="9446474" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="nordpass" source="Orion">NordPass</keyword>, a password manager developed by NordVPN, here are the most commonly used passwords in India in 2022. The company has worked in partnership with independent researchers to evaluate a 3TB database to identify these trends. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Most common passwords in India in 2022" comment="subhead" text="Most common passwords in India in 2022">Most common passwords in India in 2022</cmsannotation> <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="password" comment="subhead2" text="password">password</cmsannotation> “password” is one of those words that most users may think of when entering a password on any platform. This isn’t something unique as 34,90,216 users in the country have used it as their password. It is so common that it takes less than a second for an attacker to crack it. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="123456" comment="subhead2" text="123456">123456</cmsannotation> Another password that is quite common is “123456” and users often use it on many of their accounts as it is quite easy to recall and does not require any effort. This is used by 1,66,757 users and takes less than a second to be cracked. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="12345678" comment="subhead2" text="12345678">12345678</cmsannotation> Some people think increasing the length of their password and using “12345678” instead of “123456” may make it unique, but that’s not the case as it has been used by 1,14,073 users and again, takes less than a second to be cracked. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="bigbasket" comment="subhead2" text="bigbasket">bigbasket</cmsannotation> Easily one of the most surprising results from the report, 75,081 users have used “bigbasket” as a password, which can actually be cracked in 5 minutes. While an odd pick, it looks like even this password is quite common and can be easily cracked. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="123456789" comment="subhead2" text="123456789">123456789</cmsannotation> Another password that we may often consider is “123456789”. Despite being quite long, it is quite simple. The password has been used 30,424 times and can be cracked in less than a second. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="pass@123" comment="subhead2" text="pass@123">pass@123</cmsannotation> “pass@123” uses a combination of a symbol, number and alphabets, making you believe that it is good enough. It has been used by 20,792 users and, as per the report, can be cracked in just 2 seconds, making it as useless as “123456”. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="1234567890" comment="subhead2" text="1234567890">1234567890</cmsannotation> If you thought adding a 0 at the end and using “1234567890” would make it secure, you are in for a surprise. This password has been used by 14,715 users and can be cracked in less than a second. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="anmol123" comment="subhead2" text="anmol123">anmol123</cmsannotation> Anmol certainly appears to be a common name in India, as this is the only name to have made it to the list of passwords. The password “anmol123” has been used by 10,143 users. While it may look simple, it takes around 17 minutes to be cracked, making it a slightly more secure password compared to others on the list. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="abcd1234" comment="subhead2" text="abcd1234">abcd1234</cmsannotation> Another combination that is often used is “abcd1234”. It has been used by 8,941 users and can be cracked in less than a second. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="googledummy" comment="subhead2" text="googledummy">googledummy</cmsannotation> Another unusual password on the list is “googledummy”. It has been used by 8,435 users and takes 23 minutes to be cracked, making it the most difficult password to crack on the list of the most common passwords. If you have used these passwords on any of your accounts, we recommend you to change them immediately. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="How to ensure your password is secure" comment="subhead" text="How to ensure your password is secure">How to ensure your password is secure</cmsannotation> <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Use long and complex passwords" comment="subhead2" text="Use long and complex passwords">Use long and complex passwords</cmsannotation> The easiest method to select a strong password for your accounts is to use a long and complex password that uses a combination of upper and lowercase letters, number and symbols. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Password managers" comment="subhead2" text="Password managers">Password managers</cmsannotation> One of the easiest methods to securely store your passwords is to use a password manager. In addition to storing your passwords, some of the applications also allow you to generate and store unique passwords that are quite difficult to crack. Some popular and trusted password managers include 1Password, LastPass, NordPass and Enpass, among others. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Do not reuse passwords" comment="subhead2" text="Do not reuse passwords">Do not reuse passwords</cmsannotation> One of the most important things that you need to remember is that you should not reuse passwords. Make sure that your passwords are unique so that a breach on a single account does not affect other accounts. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Change passwords regularly" comment="subhead2" text="Change passwords regularly">Change passwords regularly</cmsannotation> It is recommended that you regularly change your passwords, especially for important accounts such as your bank account, email, social media and more. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Do not write down or store your password on your devices" comment="subhead2" text="Do not write down or store your password on your devices">Do not write down or store your password on your devices</cmsannotation> One of the most common mistakes that people make is to write down their passwords in a paper or a word document on their computer and save it. It makes your passwords vulnerable as anyone who gets their hands on these documents can access all your accounts. 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From 'bigbasket' to 'googledummy', these are the most commonly used passwords in India

<ul class="summary-list"><li>You can test the security of your passwords by using a password-strength checker on an online password-security program.</li><li>For the purposes of this article, we'll walk you through the <keyword id="9446474" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="nordpass">NordPass</keyword> <keyword id="92299" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="Password">password</keyword> checker.</li><li>In general, a strong password looks like a long, complex combination of alphanumeric characters and symbols that is obscure to others. </li></ul>Creating and maintaining secure passwords may seem like a hassle, but it's a modern necessity if you want to keep your information safe. To help you understand what makes a secure password, and how to validate the strength of your password using online security tools like NordPass, here's a quick breakdown of everything you should know about safeguarding your online identity. <h2>How to ensure your password is secure</h2>The core characteristics of a strong password is length (NordPass suggests 12 or more characters) and an unpredictable mix of upper and lower case letters, numbers, and symbols, with no ties to obvious personal information. Most people are aware of the basics of password best practices: It shouldn't include something that's easy to guess, like names of children, birthdays, or house numbers. And you should never use commonly used passwords, or variations of them. Avoid the likes of "password" and "PaSSw0rd," or "123456" and "123456-Devon," for instance.Beyond creating an unpredictable sequence of letters and numbers that meaningful to you and only you, there are other tips to help keep your password strong and secure: <ul><li>Don't reuse passwords: Different passwords for different accounts is always a good idea. That way, if one account is compromised, the breach is contained.</li><li>Don't write your password down: While it may seem like a good idea to have a physical copy of your usernames and passwords for quick reference, this can open you up to security issues in the real world.</li><li>Use a password manager: A password manager is a solid tool that can help keep you organized. These store your various passwords in a secure account, and typically provide a simple solution for easily storing, managing and filling in your passwords. Some examples of <keyword id="744235" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="Password-managers">password managers</keyword> include <a href="https://nordpass.com/">NordPass</a> and <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-use-lastpass">LastPass</a>.</li></ul><h2>How to check your password's strength and security using the NordPass password-security tool</h2>There are many web-based tools that can help rate your <keyword id="1598777" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="Password-strength">password strength</keyword>, but it's important to choose one that you trust with your credentials. An industry-trusted password checker you can use is one from NordPass, a password management tool by the VPN service provider <a href="https://nordvpn.com/">NordVPN</a>.<div type="image" title="How secure is my password 1" height="1308" width="2880" msid="76518379" hostid="261"></div>To understand how NordPass rates your password strength, it's important to learn the main methods hackers use to steal passwords. These methods include:<ul><li>Brute force attack: This is when someone tries to simply guess your username and password using trial and error, via a computer program. This allows a hacker to try many different combinations of your login information.</li><li>Dictionary attack: This attack type is a systematic way of guessing passwords, and typically employs commonly used passwords (like variations of "p@ssworD.")</li><li>Phishing techniques: This is when someone tries to get you to reveal your personal information, like your social security number or passwords, via email or text message. The key here is that phishing scams can look like they're coming from a company you trust or know.</li><li>Credential stuffing: When a companies' security is compromised, users are left potentially open to credential stuffing. That's when people purchase your compromised information off the dark web and then use the login from that source to try to access other accounts on popular websites. So if you re-use your passwords for multiple accounts, you can leave yourself open to this method of digital theft.</li></ul>With that in mind, here's how to use NordPass's online strength checker tool:1. Go to the <a href="https://nordpass.com/secure-password/">Nordpass secure password page</a> and click "No, use online strength checker."2. Input your password in the text bar. <div type="image" title="How secure is my password 2" height="1108" width="1150" msid="76518383" hostid="261"></div>3. Nordpass will immediately rate it for you, and provide information about your password composition, an estimate of how long it would take someone to crack your password, and if your password had been previously exposed in a data breach.<h2>Related coverage from <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/tech-reference">Tech Reference</a>: </h2><ul><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/are-password-managers-safe">Yes, password managers are safe — here's why you should use them, and how they keep your data secure</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/what-is-a-wpa2-password">'What is a WPA2 password?': A guide to WPA2, the safest type of Wi-Fi password you can have</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/where-are-passwords-stored-on-android-phone">How to find passwords stored on your Android phone, and export or delete them</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-find-passwords-on-iphone">How to find all of your saved passwords on an iPhone, and edit or delete them</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-find-wifi-password-on-windows-10">How to find your stored Wi-Fi passwords on a Windows 10 computer, and use them to connect another device</a></h3></li></ul>

'How secure is my password?': How to test the strength and security of your passwords using an online password-security tool

<ul><li>Having a strong password is important to ensure your money and data is safe.</li><li>People often use weak passwords as they are easier to remember.</li><li>Here are some tips to make sure that your password is strong and secure.</li></ul> In an increasingly digitised world, the importance of passwords has surged as a critical safeguard for data and privacy. From online banking to social media platforms, a strong password keeps our personal information secure. However, people often make the mistake of choosing weak passwords as they are easier to remember. This also makes it easier for others to breach your account, gaining access to your money or data. NordPass, a password manager developed by NordVPN, has released its latest report on most commonly used passwords. The 2023 report highlights the commonly used passwords in India and how long it would take for hackers to crack them. The below passwords have been extracted from publicly available databases, meaning these are the passwords that were leaked in security breaches. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Most commonly used passwords in India" comment="subhead" text="Most commonly used passwords in India">Most commonly used passwords in India</cmsannotation> <table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none;"><colgroup></colgroup><col /><col /><col /><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#000000;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Password </td><td style="border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#000000;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Time to crack </td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#000000;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Count </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">123456 </td><td style="border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">&lt;1 Second </td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">3,63,265 </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">admin </td><td style="border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">&lt;1 Second </td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">1,18,270 </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">12345678 </td><td style="border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">&lt;1 Second </td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">63,618 </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">12345 </td><td style="border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">&lt;1 Second </td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">56,676 </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">password </td><td style="border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">&lt;1 Second </td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">52,334 </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Pass@123 </td><td style="border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">5 Minutes </td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">49,958 </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">123456789 </td><td style="border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">&lt;1 Second </td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">41,403 </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Admin@123 </td><td style="border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">1 Year </td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">22,646 </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">India@123 </td><td style="border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">3 Hours </td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#d9d9d9;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">16,788 </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">admin@123 </td><td style="border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">34 Minutes </td><td style="border-right:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.5008695000000001pt;vertical-align:bottom;padding:0pt 5pt 0pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">16,573 </td></tr></tbody></table> Source: NordPass The password “123456” is a clear favourite among Indians and has emerged 3,63,265 times. It takes less than a second to crack it. The next two commonly used passwords include “admin” and “12345678”, which also take less than a second to crack. The most secure password in the commonly used passwords list is “Admin@123”, which makes use of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, symbols and numbers. This was used by 22,646 people and takes around a year to crack. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Tips for a strong password" comment="subhead" text="Tips for a strong password">Tips for a strong password</cmsannotation> <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Create long and complex passwords" comment="subhead2" text="Create long and complex passwords">Create long and complex passwords</cmsannotation> To ensure that you select a strong password for your accounts, use a long and complex password that uses a combination of upper and lowercase letters, number and symbols. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Avoid reusing passwords" comment="subhead2" text="Avoid reusing passwords">Avoid reusing passwords</cmsannotation> One of the most important things that you need to remember is that you should not reuse your passwords. Ensure that your passwords are unique so that a breach on a single account does not affect your other accounts. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Password managers" comment="subhead2" text="Password managers">Password managers</cmsannotation> Another simple method to securely store your passwords is to use a password manager. In addition to storing your passwords, some of the password managers also allow you to generate and store unique passwords that are difficult to crack. Some popular and trusted password managers include 1Password, LastPass, NordPass and Enpass, among others. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Start using passkeys" comment="subhead2" text="Start using passkeys">Start using passkeys</cmsannotation> A lot of websites are now offering the option to access your accounts with<a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/passkeys-may-soon-replace-passwords-everything-you-need-to-know/articleshow/104361209.cms"> passkeys</a> instead of a traditional password. While passkeys may not completely replace passwords just yet, their usage is on the rise, with companies like<a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/whatsapp-rolls-out-passwordless-logins-with-passkeys-on-android/articleshow/104486703.cms"> WhatsApp</a> also adopting them. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Do not write down or store your passwords" comment="subhead2" text="Do not write down or store your passwords">Do not write down or store your passwords</cmsannotation> One of the common mistakes that people make is to write down their passwords in a paper or a word document on their computer. It makes your passwords vulnerable to anyone who gets their hands on these documents. 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The most common passwords in India and how long it takes to crack them

In India, the most <keyword id="4126778" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="popular-password" source="Orion">popular password</keyword> is "<keyword id="92299" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="password" source="Orion">password</keyword>" and not "123456" as has been widely speculated. Interestingly, Japan is the only other country that had the same top password as India, new research showed on Thursday. Other common passwords people use in India are "iloveyou", "krishna", "sairam" and "omsairam", among others. According to new research by NordPass which is a proprietary password manager, predictable numerical and keyboard sequences are particularly popular in India. "Passwords such as 12345 and variations of qwerty were ranked high up in the lists. Worldwide, these combinations are also quite popular, as well as localised versions of qwerty (for example, aazerty' in French speaking countries)," the research showed. Names and loving words were rather popular in India both among men and women. Some other common passwords in India are 123456789, 12345678, india123, qwerty, abc123, xxx, Indya123, 1qaz@WSX, 123123, abcd1234 and 1qaz. Overall, the Indian password list has similar trends as many countries, but also has its differences. India is one of only a few countries that has a different number one password -- 'password', whereas 43 out of 50 analysed countries had '123456' as the number one password. "Qwerty" and its variations are particularly popular in India. "In addition to that, other letter combinations, formed by hitting the keyboard in vertical or horizontal order are very popular," the research noted. Names are also very popular among both men and women, for example, "priyanka", "sanjay", "rakesh" and others. Loving words in English are also quite common, particularly among women, for example "iloveyou", "sweetheart", "lovely", "sunshine", and more. The research also illustrated how weak the top passwords, are indicating the time it would take the hacker to crack that password. "Overall, in India, 62 passwords out of the 200 can be cracked in less than a second. That's 31 per cent whereas globally, the percentage is 84.5 per cent. "Unfortunately, the passwords keep getting weaker and people still don't maintain proper password hygiene," says Jonas Karklys, CEO of NordPass. "It's important to understand that passwords are the gateway to our digital lives, and with us spending more and more time online, it's becoming enormously important to take better care of our cybersecurity," Karklys added. If you found your password on the list, make sure to change it to a unique and strong password. Ideally, use a password generator online or in your password manager app to create a truly complex one. "Nowadays, an average person has around 100 accounts, therefore, it would be impossible to remember all the passwords if they are indeed unique and complex. Password managers are a great solution for that," the research noted. Whether it's biometric authentication, phone message, or a physical key, it's always a good idea to add an additional security layer on top of your password, it added. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/battlegrounds-mobile-india-lite-app-may-come-soon-krafton-asks-players-why-they-want-it/articleshow/87772033.cms">Battlegrounds Mobile India Lite app may come soon, Krafton asks players why they want it</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/how-to/how-to-check-your-airpods-battery-life-on-an-iphone-ipad-or-mac/articleshow/87768475.cms">How to check your AirPods' battery life on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac</a>

India's most popular password is 'password', same as Japan

<ul><li><keyword id="744235" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Password-managers">Password managers</keyword> give you the freedom to use unique passwords for each account without having to remember them.</li><li>You can access all your passwords by remembering only one password – the master password of your password manager.</li><li>Password managers also help you set strong passwords, and some of them notify you if your password has been found in a data breach by hackers.</li><li>Whether you are looking for a free or paid password manager, we have some good options for you to consider.</li></ul> Remembering dozens of unique passwords can be cumbersome and almost impossible for most of us. Moreover, entering each password manually can start seeming like a chore. Often, since it’s almost impossible to remember dozens of unique passwords, many of us simply re-use the same password across websites. This is a very dangerous practice. If one of those websites gets hacked, every account where you have used the same password is also compromised. This is where password managers can be extremely useful. The <keyword id="7127026" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="Best-Password">best password</keyword> managers in 2021 allow you to save your login details, including the app or the website name, your user ID and your password, so you don’t have to do it yourself. Apart from this, password managers can also suggest you strong passwords, with a mix of numbers, letters and special characters. All you have to do to access dozens of your saved passwords is remember one password – which is the master password for your password manager. Now that you know why password managers are important and what they do, it’s time to find out which are the best password managers in 2021. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="1Password" comment="subhead" text="1Password">1Password</cmsannotation> 1Password is perhaps one of the best password managers out there, offering robust password security. It can also check if any of your passwords have been compromised in case a website has been hacked. It is also easy to use and comes with a polished interface – at least on mobile apps. You can also use it on Windows, Mac, Android, iOS as well as major web browsers, so compatibility is not an issue. 1Password offers only paid options, starting at $2.99 per month (approx. ₹218). <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Dashlane Password Manager" comment="subhead" text="Dashlane Password Manager">Dashlane Password Manager</cmsannotation> Dashlane is another reputed name when it comes to password managers. Apart from auto-filling passwords, it can also fill forms and delivery addresses, or your payment information like card or account number. To get started, you can try the free tier that lets you store up to 50 passwords. The premium service lets you store unlimited passwords, supports unlimited devices and can also monitor the dark web for data breaches. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="LastPass" comment="subhead" text="LastPass">LastPass</cmsannotation> LastPass is another user-friendly option to store and manage your passwords. It comes loaded with features and lets you store unlimited passwords for free, on one device-type (either desktop or mobile). You can also store details like your debit or credit card numbers, account numbers, addresses and more. If you want to use LastPass on both mobile and desktop, you will have to pay $3 per month (approx. ₹218). The premium tier also unlocks dark web monitoring, emergency access, and more. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Bitwarden" comment="subhead" text="Bitwarden">Bitwarden</cmsannotation> Bitwarden is a great example of a password manager that offers plenty of features for free. It supports unlimited passwords, unlimited devices, cloud or self-hosting (so you can store your password file locally or on the cloud), and more. It is available on desktop, mobile and web browsers. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="NordPass" comment="subhead" text="NordPass">NordPass</cmsannotation> NordPass comes from the makers of popular virtual private network (VPN) service NordVPN. It allows you to store unlimited passwords for free and also allows you to sync your passwords across multiple devices, however only 1 device can be active at any given point of time. One drawback of NordPass is that it cannot autofill forms with details like your name, address and email. But apart from that, it is a great option you can explore, especially if you want a free password manager. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Enpass" comment="subhead" text="Enpass">Enpass</cmsannotation> Enpass is a great option to consider if you want to save or access your passwords only on the desktop. Its desktop applications for Mac and Windows allow you to save unlimited passwords, but the mobile apps on iOS and Android are restricted to only 25 passwords with the free version. If you like the service, you can subscribe for a premium subscription at $2 per month (approx. ₹146) SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/realme-x7-pro-5g-mobile-phone-performance-and-design-review/articleshow/80966967.cms">Realme X7 Pro 5G mobile review – democratising 5G</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/mobile/news/samsung-galaxy-s21-ultra-5g-review-the-best-android-smartphone-yet/articleshow/80913148.cms">Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G review – the best Android smartphone, yet</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/slack-users-on-android-must-reset-password/articleshow/80826255.cms">Slack on Android users might have to reset their password – company says it applies to only a 'small subset' of users</a>

Best password managers in 2021 – secure your passwords with these free and paid options

<ul><li>Millions of users who have had their accounts hacked - use passwords with consecutive numbers from 1-9.</li><li>The most obvious one – “password” – remains popular even now.</li><li>Millions of users were found to be using names of popular men and women as passwords.</li></ul>Passwords hold the key to our digital life and yet, people don’t seem to take them seriously enough. Hackers keep finding new ways to exploit user accounts with <keyword id="1431026" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="weak-passwords">weak passwords</keyword>, and the non-stop data breaches don’t help either. That doesn’t seem to prevent people from millions of people from using passwords such as “12345”. Admittedly, we’ve all used similarly terrible passwords at some point, but that’s no excuse to still do it in this day and age. Why do people still use terrible passwords? It’s simple. Terrible passwords like “12345”, “11111”, or “123321” are easy to remember. At a time when we have accounts of dozens of services, it can be difficult to remember unique passwords for all the accounts. In its <a href="https://nordpass.com/blog/top-worst-passwords-2019/">report</a> for 2019, NordPass notes the top ten worst passwords of 2019 include over 6 million passwords that are made up of consecutive numbers from 1-9. While those users at least had a string of numbers, over 8,30,000 users simply used “<keyword id="92299" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Password">password</keyword>” as their password. It’s okay to be lazy sometimes, but that is an absolutely awful idea. Here are the top ten worst passwords of 2019: 
 
 
 
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 The report also includes some amusing passwords like “iloveyou”, and “princess”. If only love and royalty could prevent your accounts from getting hacked. And 2,94,315 users with these passwords were hacked last year. A recurring theme in the top 200 worst passwords analysed in the report include popular men and women names, food items and strings of consecutive letters and numbers on a QWERTY keyboard. If you one of these words as your password, you might want to reset it with a strong one. It is recommended that you use a unique password for each account. But if you do not want to stress or test your memory, you can also use a password manager to automatically generate and save your passwords. You can use a master password to login to the password manager and stop worrying about remembering dozens of passwords. Some popular and trusted password managers include 1Password, LastPass, Dashlane and Enpass. See also: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/google-chrome-will-now-alert-you-when-your-password-has-been-stolen/articleshow/72471916.cms">Google Chrome will now alert you when your password has been stolen</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/news/the-biggest-password-flubs-of-2019-from-facebooks-stolen-hard-drives-to-lisa-kudrows-instagram/articleshow/72847285.cms">The biggest password flubs of 2019, from Facebook's stolen hard drives to Lisa Kudrow's Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/policy/news/scammers-are-using-facebooks-notes-feature-in-a-clever-trick-to-fool-people-into-giving-up-their-passwords/articleshow/72788299.cms">Scammers are using Facebook's 'Notes' feature in a clever trick to fool people into giving up their passwords</a>

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