Password Managers Are Not Optional—Here’s the Proof

One leaked password can unravel your entire digital life. I recently tested how long it takes to crack common passwords using public tools, and the results were shocking—most fell in under 10 minutes. Let me show you why a password manager is your best first defense, plus a list of free options you can set up in under five minutes. CTA Subscribe to the Cyber Loop newsletter for a follow-up guide on building bulletproof passphrases.

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5/8/20241 min read

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