Password Protect Your Login Information

Creating a list of your login information is a crucial step in managing your online accounts effectively for now and in the future. Start by compiling a list of all the websites, platforms, and services where you have created accounts. Include everything from social media accounts and email accounts to online banking and shopping websites. Having a comprehensive list ensures that you don’t overlook any accounts when updating your login information. Remember to also include any secondary or less frequently used accounts to maintain a thorough record.

It’s essential to keep this list confidential and secure. Avoid storing it in easily accessible digital locations or sharing it with others. Treat your login information with the same level of privacy as you would your financial information. Regularly review and update this list to reflect any changes in your accounts or security measures. By taking the time to create and maintain a detailed list of your login information, you empower yourself to navigate the digital world more efficiently and securely.

If you use MS Excel, you can password protect this content. There is on caveat. When you add a password to this worksheet, there is NO WAY to retrieve it if you forget it. Therefore, you must have a way for you (and those who also need access) to find the protect password.

The steps to password protect an MS Excel worksheet are:

1. With the worksheet open on the screen, click on the FILE tab
2. Click the INFO tab on the left menu bar
3. Select PROTECT WORKBOOK
4. Select ENCRYPT WITH PASSWORD
5. Enter your password (this is case-sensitive) and click OK
6. Anytime you open this worksheet, enter the password in the popup box