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Also known as: passphrase, credentials

Last updated June 28, 2026

Definition

A password is a secret string used to authenticate a user to a system. Strong passwords are long, unique, and unpredictable.

Real-World Example

Using a password manager to generate and store a unique 20-character password for each site is far safer than reusing Summer2024! everywhere.

References

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