Remembering passwords is difficult and as more and more of our lives move online it becomes harder and harder to keep them all straight. To counteract this, we often use a few different strategies, each with their own flaws.

• Using the same username/password combination with multiple sites - If one of these sites gets compromised, every other site that uses that password is also at risk of being compromised.
• Writing passwords down on sticky notes, binders, or even virtual sticky notes - Easy to lose, and easy for anyone snooping to find.
• Using a password convention that relates to the site you're accessing - Better, but once one password is compromised, it becomes easier to figure out the remaining passwords. Additionally, if there is ever a security concern and you need to change a password, it will become difficult to remember various one-off passwords that won't fit the convention.

If you're using any of the above strategy, it's time to consider using a password manager. It has a number of advantages of the strategies above, often including:

• Many of the best options are free!
• Ability to easily use more secure passwords
• Easy reference if you forget your password without having to reset it
• Synching across multiple machines, devices, and browsers
• Auto-fill extensions in the broswer means you don't even have to type usernames and passwords once you've logged in
• Most apps include the ability to securely save credit card information, social security numbers, passport/driver's licence information, insurance information, bank account numbers and more!

Some great options include:

• LastPass
• KeePass
• Google Passwords
• Dashlane
• 1Password
• Keeper

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