Change Your Password Day
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Overview
Change Your Password Day encourages individuals to regularly update their passwords to enhance security and protect sensitive information. It's a reminder to refresh not just passwords but also security practices, ensuring safe online experiences.
Observed each year on February 1, Change Your Password Day invites people to pause, share the story, and bring a little themed joy to their day.
Origin and story
Changing passwords regularly reduces the risk of unauthorized access.
Using a password manager can help you create and manage stronger passwords.
Quick facts
- DateFebruary 1
- TypeCultural / community observance
- Great forFriends, Families, Classrooms, Teams
Also on this date
Ways to observe
- Change passwords on important accounts.
- Use unique passwords for each service.
- Enable two-factor authentication where available.
- Consider a password manager.
- Review account recovery settings.
- Watch for phishing or suspicious emails.
Fun facts
- Using the same password across multiple sites greatly increases the risk of account compromise.
Sources and attribution
Create Strong Passwords (CISA)
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FAQ
- When is Change Your Password Day?
- It is observed on February 1 each year.
- What is Change Your Password Day?
- Change Your Password Day encourages individuals to regularly update their passwords to enhance security and protect sensitive information. It's a reminder to refresh not just passwords but also security practices, ensuring safe online experiences.
- How do people observe Change Your Password Day?
- Update passwords on key accounts, enable two-factor authentication, and review recovery settings.
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