Reusing Passwords

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Here are a few reasons why reusing the same password on multiple sites is a bad idea for your security:

• If one site gets hacked or has a data breach, hackers can get your password and try it on other popular sites. This allows them access to more of your accounts.
• Many people reuse the same passwords on lesser-known sites as they do on important ones like their email or bank. So a hack of a small site compromises more valuable accounts.
• Password reuse means you only have to forget or accidentally disclose your password once for it to be compromised everywhere. Unique passwords limit the damage of slip-ups.
• Reused passwords also allow someone with access to one of your devices or accounts to more easily access your other accounts. Unique passwords give you more compartmentalization.
• It's convenient to reuse passwords but comes at a significant cost to your overall security. The minor hassle of managing unique, complex passwords is worth it for protecting your digital life across many accounts and services.

In summary, password reuse creates vulnerabilities across all your accounts and means one breach can expose many aspects of your digital life. The better practice is using a unique, strong password for every account to limit your exposure.