Authentication Security Checklist

A 23-item Authentication checklist: Secure your accounts with strong authentication methods. Tick items off and your progress saves in your browser. No account…

• Use a Strong Password
• Don't Reuse Passwords
• Use a Secure Password Manager
• Avoid Sharing Passwords
• Enable Two-Factor Authentication
• Keep Backup Codes Safe
• Adopt Wallet-Based Authentication
• Sign Up for Breach Alerts
• Shield Your Password/PIN
• Update Critical Passwords Periodically
• Don't Save Passwords in Browsers
• Avoid Logging In on Untrusted Devices
• Avoid Password Hints
• Never Answer Security Questions Truthfully
• Avoid 4-Digit PINs
• Avoid Using SMS for 2FA
• Separate OTP Generation from Password Manager
• Avoid Face Unlock
• Watch Out for Keyloggers
• Consider a Hardware Security Token
• Consider an Offline Password Manager
• Use KeePassXC with Passkeys Support
• Consider Unique Usernames