Strengthen Your Password, Strengthen Your Security
A study analyzing over 19 billion passwords found that just 6% were truly unique. That means the overwhelming majority of people reuse passwords—leaving their personal and financial information vulnerable to cyberattacks.
At Advancial, we’re committed to helping you protect your accounts. Here's how to build better passwords and reduce the risk of compromise.
Why Password Reuse Is a Problem
Using the same password across multiple websites is convenient—but dangerous. If one of those websites is hacked, your information could be exposed and used to access other accounts, including financial services.
Cybercriminals commonly test stolen login credentials across popular platforms, hoping people have reused passwords. If yours is among the 94% that aren’t unique, you could be an easy target.
What Makes a Strong Password?
A secure password is one that’s:
- Long (at least 12 characters)
- Complex (mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols)
- Unpredictable (avoid names, places, birthdays, or simple sequences like “123456”)
Some of the most common—and weakest—passwords include:
- password
- admin
- Names like Ana or Joker
- Simple words like apple or rice
If your password includes anything similar, it’s time to update.
Smart Password Habits
You don’t need to memorize dozens of complex passwords. These best practices will help you stay secure without the stress:
- Use a password manager like DashLane to store and generate strong passwords.
- Use a different password for every account.
- Update any shared or weak passwords immediately.
- Delete accounts you no longer use.
- Avoid using common words or personal details.
Take Action Today
Creating strong, unique passwords is one of the simplest ways to protect your information and finances. If you're unsure whether your current passwords are secure, take a few minutes today to review and update them.
Your security is our priority—and your password is your first line of defense.
For more tips on protecting your accounts, visit our Fraud & Security page.
