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What Is a Password Manager and Should You Use One?

Understand how password managers create and store unique credentials.

Quick Answer

A password manager securely stores account credentials so you do not have to reuse or memorize every password.

Step by Step

  1. Use the official settings or website for the account, device, browser, or service involved.
  2. A password manager securely stores account credentials so you do not have to reuse or memorize every password.
  3. Review security and recovery settings after making the change.
  4. Keep recovery information and backups somewhere you can access if the primary device is lost.

If That Doesn't Work

  • Never give an unsolicited caller or message sender your password, recovery code, or one-time verification code.
  • If money or a critical account is at risk, use a known official contact method rather than contact information supplied in the suspicious message.