When creating a password, you’ll want to avoid words or patterns that are easy to guess.
Hackers often use dictionaries, leaked password lists, and common substitution tricks.
Common Password Pitfalls to Avoid: Examples
Common Passwords to Avoid
123456admin12345678123456789
1234512345671234567890qwerty
password1231231111111234
iloveyou1q2w3e4r000000abc123
qwerty1231q2w3epassword1123qwe
admin123qwerty17777777letmein
masterbabygirlbatmanbaseball
starwarshello123sunshineshadow
princesssecretfreedomqwerty123!
zxcvbnm1q2w3e4r5tQwertyuioptrustno1
UNKNOWN********userrockyou
kissesheavenmahalkitailoveyou2
❌ Common words like "password" or "admin"
❌ Personal information (birthdays, names, pet names)
❌ Simple patterns (123456, qwerty, asdfgh)
❌ Dictionary words without numbers/symbols
Strong Password Tips:
✅ Use a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols
✅ Create a passphrase (e.g., "BlueCoffeeMug@2023!" instead of "password123")