As the QBCC continues to expand its digital capabilities, it is more important than ever to keep your online accounts secure.
Whether you are logging into your myQBCC account, checking email or managing your business apps, your password is often the only thing standing between you and a cybercriminal.
Why passphrases matter
A passphrase is a longer, more secure version of a password. Think of it like upgrading from a screen door to a steel one. Good passphrases are:
- at least 14 characters long
- made of four or more unrelated words
- unique to each account.
Avoid names, phrases or anything that could be guessed. The more random, the better.
Add extra protection with MFA
Wherever possible, turn on multi-factor authentication (MFA). It means even if someone guesses your passphrase, they cannot get in without a second step. Like a code sent to your phone.
Use a password manager
Keeping track of different passphrases does not have to be hard. Password managers help you generate, store and fill in passwords automatically.
A few minutes of effort = long-term protection.
Passwords should be treated like tools of the trade—essential to protect. Protect it like your job depends on it…because it does.
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