How to Create a Strong Email Password

How to Create a Strong Email Password

A strong password protects your email from hackers. Here's how to create one:

What Makes a Strong Password?

• At least 12 characters long
• Mix of uppercase and lowercase letters
• Include numbers
• Add special characters (!, @, #, $, etc.)
• Not a common word or phrase

Easy Method: Use a Passphrase

Create a memorable sentence and modify it:

1. Think of a sentence: "I love coffee in the morning"
2. Take first letters: "Ilcitm"
3. Add numbers: "Ilcitm2024"
4. Add special characters: "Ilcitm2024!"
5. Final password: Ilcitm2024!

Do not use this exact example: make up your own sentence.

What to Avoid

Never use:

• Your name, birthday, or family names
• Common words like "password" or "123456"
• The same password for multiple accounts
• Personal information (phone number, address)

How to Remember Your Password

1. Use a password manager (recommended!)
   • 1Password
   • LastPass
   • Bitwarden
2. Write it down and keep it in a safe place (not on your computer!)
3. Use a pattern you can remember but others can't guess

Changing Your Mailbox Password

1. Log into system.atriomail.com
2. Go to Email Mailboxes
3. Open the mailbox you want to change
4. Use the Reset Password action
5. Enter your new strong password
6. Update the password in your email apps too!