Make every account unique
Password reuse turns one company’s breach into a key for many accounts. A password manager can create and store long, unique passwords. Passkeys use cryptography tied to your device and resist ordinary password phishing.
Add another layer
Multi-factor authentication asks for another proof after a password. An authenticator app, passkey, or security key is generally safer than a text message, though any MFA is usually better than none.
- Protect email and financial accounts first
- Store recovery codes safely and offline
- Never approve a sign-in prompt you did not initiate