Updated 8:30am PT on 11/26: Thank you to everyone who entered the giveaway. I have randomly selected 1 winner and the winner is… Christian! Here is the winning comment:
I go on memory, which is obviously not ideal. What worries me is that if the password software is compromised, my information is completely vulnerable. If a company guaranteed a certain high dollar amount if they are hacked and your data was misused as a result, I’d be much more inclined to trust them with my information.
Have you ever had any of your loyalty accounts hacked? I don’t know anyone who hasn’t. Protecting your accounts is essential. I know many people are resistant to using a password manager, and I used to be one of them. However, just over four years ago I started using 1Password, and I love it.
Maybe I was an early adopter of password management. The idea of keeping my account information safe made sense to me. I’m grateful to have jumped onboard with 1Password, that’s for sure.
What Do Password Managers Do?
Password managers generate secure random passwords that are stored for you. Of course you can create your own passwords, and also securely store lots of other types of information as well. 1Password is super easy to use and their customer support, if you need it, is excellent. I recommend 1Password to everyone I know.
I’m thrilled to be able to celebrate Thanksgiving weekend with this giveaway. I’ve got a FREE YEAR of 1Password to gift to one lucky reader.
All you need to do is answer the question, “How are you currently keeping track of your passwords?” in the comments below. The giveaway ends at midnight Sunday, November 25, 2018. On Monday I’ll randomly choose a winner. Good luck, everyone!
I use iCloud Keychain for most things with mSecure as a backup (and for the rare loyalty account info I don’t have memorized).
i am trying all my passwords in excel :)
Moat of them in my head :))
Wow, Jovan. You must have a great memory :))
I currently use 1Password and it is great
Good to hear, Chris. Obviously I agree!
I keep a rolodex with my passwords.
I’ve had BA Avios stolen (and, eventually, replaced), I’ve had 2 of my Chase cards and my SPG Amex hacked and, then, to top things off, someone with a Chicago address used my SSN to open a credit card account with a $1,000 limit at a Home Depot in New York State…and then promptly put $995.00+ charges on the card the same day. It’s been a hassle but I’ve gotten everything fixed. Right now, I use an Excel file with a strong password to store my information but I really need to begin using a password manager. This would be just the kick in the butt I need…and would greatly appreciate!
Sorry to hear you’ve had such awful luck, Jim. Glad you got it all fixed, though.
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Thanks for the good humor, Jason. That answer would have been mine before 1Password.
I’m mot . I’m resetting passwords every day. It’s no good .
Yikes, Mike. That’s a lot of work. A password manager would serve you well.
Writing them down in code that only I know. Also froze my credit.
In my head and in a document file. smh
Password protected Word document
Hi Pam, I think for people who don’t use password managers the way you do it is the most common.
I write them down in a code that I use.
I currently use LastPass.
Hi Greg, LastPass is a popular choice as well.
Saved to my browser
Excel spreadsheet
I am overwhelmed by trying to keep track of all my and my wife’s passwords. I need a much easier and much more secure system if I am going to keep going further will miles and points credit cards. It is way too dangerous to keep going without better security.
You make a good point, Larry. Password managers can keep all kinds of information and accounts stored. Easy to use and easy to access.
I currently use Roboform Everywhere and have been happy with it….would love to get 1Password though as I’ve heard lots of really good things about it!
By using one password for everything…..please aid the handicapped in this season of giving
When I get a confirmation email that I set a password for any given website/program, I reply to email to myself alone with the log in information including the password. And, thus I always have it in my email account anywhere I am worldwide.
Interesting creative system, Kalboz.
I use keypass and put it in Dropbox. I’ve always been more scared of the password companies getting hacked.
I go on memory, which is obviously not ideal. What worries me is that if the password software is compromised, my information is completely vulnerable. If a company guaranteed a certain high dollar amount if they are hacked and your data was misused as a result, I’d be much more inclined to trust them with my information.
Hi Christian, If you win the 1PW year you’ll be able to ask them about all your concerns. I think many people misunderstand how password manager technology works.
Post it note
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Reset password method
Maintain passwords in several methods. A few are in e-mails, some are on a spreadsheet, some are remembered by my security or browser software, and the ones I use rarely I reset each time. Didn’t know about the 1Password, so that seems like a much better idea. Thanks!
Hi Jana, A password manager would definitely help you streamline all this and be much simpler to use.
A mix of paper, chrome password manager, and more.
via 1Password 6 standalone version. I don’t have a license for 7th version, and 30 days trial is not enough for me to migrate.
Good point, Denys. If you win the free year, that would give you more time :)
I’ve been using “Password Keeper” for about 3 years, across several platforms. No issues so far.
I’m not familiar with Password Keeper. If you’ve been using it for 3 years with no issues, it’s a keeper :) Thanks, Ray.
Travel info via AwardWallet and when I remember to write them down in a little book. Usually I just end up sending for new passwords as I can’t remember them.
Hi Susan, Using a password manager would for sure keep all your account info organized and make it easy to access, too. Thanks for entering the giveaway.