How do I create a strong password?
A strong password is one that is hard for a computer to guess but easy for you to remember. The best method is to use a passphrase — three or more random words strung together with a number and a symbol. For example: "BlueSky!Apples47" or "Tulip+Lamp+River22". This is much stronger than a short password like "P@ssw0rd". Use a different password for every important account — especially your email, banking, and Apple ID. If you use the same password everywhere and one site is hacked, every account you have becomes vulnerable. You do not need to memorise all your passwords. Use the password manager built into your iPhone or iPad — it offers to save and fill passwords for you automatically. You can find it in Settings → Passwords.
How to create a strong password
- Think of three random words — try a colour, a fruit, and a place.
- Add a number and a symbol between them (like ! + @ or &).
- Make sure it is at least 12 characters long.
- Save it in your iPhone's built-in password manager (Settings → Passwords).
- Use a different password for each important site.
The 3-Second Rule
Before creating a new password, ask: "Have I used this before?" If yes — change it to something unique.
Important Warning
Never share your password with anyone, even someone who claims to be from Apple, your bank, or the government. No legitimate company will ever ask for your password.
Learn More
Go deeper with our full lesson: Module 3: Passwords & Biometrics.