Is it safe to let my browser remember my passwords? If not, what is the alternative?

No! No! No! Let’s be very clear: It is NOT SAFE to allow your browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox ...) to remember your passwords. I have written in a previous newsletter about how easy it is to reveal these saved passwords - in plain text!

You should, at the very least, use the master password facility if it exists for your browser. Do it now! But don’t think you’re safe because a quick search on the Internet will reveal many programs that will recover or reset this password!

Does this mean you have to remember all your passwords and type them in every time? NO.

I’ve used a great little program for years: Roboform.
Roboform:

• Integrates with all browsers
• Stores and Encrypts your passwords.
• Automatically fills registration forms with 1-click.
• Loads web pages and fills in the login details automatically (no risk of
phishing attacks).
• Backs up and synchronizes your passwords between computers.
• Generates random passwords (more secure).
• Stores and Encrypts notes of any kind.
• You can access your passwords online (securely!) from any computer.

Please contact me for free advice and guidance and make sure your Internet browsing is safe, secure AND easy!!

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