Start with the right tool
The best “idea” is one you do not reuse. Let a generator pick it, then save it in a password manager.
- Passphrase generator — multiple words, easier to type
- Strong password generator — compact random strings
- 16-character generator — popular target length
What to avoid
- Pet names, birthdays, sports teams, song lyrics — easy to research
- Simple substitutions like
p@ssw0rd— cracking tools expect these - One strong password used everywhere — credential stuffing breaks that model
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