Digital Citizenship 

Common Sense Media Education Tips

The Dos and Don'ts of Creating Strong Passwords

-Do make your passwords eight or more characters, using combinations of letters, numbers, and symbols. (These are harder to crack than regular words because there are more combinations to try.)

-Don't include any private-identity information in your password. (People may easily guess passwords that include your name, address, birth date, and so on.)

-Do change your password at least every six months. (This way, even if someone does guess your password, they won't be able to get into your account for long.)

-Don't share your password with your friends. (Even if you trust them, they might unintentionally do something that puts you or your information at risk.