If you are anything like me, you have a number of online accounts that all require user names and passwords.  Some accounts assign user names and passwords and some let you choose what you would like to use.  Either way though, that’s more information you need to keep track of.

Initially, I tried to keep track of everything on an Excel spreadsheet.  This works as long as you keep the file open for easy reference and keep it sorted in such a way that it makes sense to you.  Every time you add new information though, the spreadsheet has to be resorted so finding the information you need is quick and easy.  What a pain.

Well, there’s an easier way.  By using a “password manager” program, the headache of remembering user names and passwords is gone.

There are many programs available to do this.  Some are online programs, some are based on your computer, and many are free.  I see nothing wrong with the free programs and would suggest you try one of them before even considering paying for this service.   Examples of free password manager programs are KeePass, LastPass, My Password Manager, Sticky Password and Robo Form.  This is just a very short list of what’s available.  If one of these programs doesn’t interest you, search “password manager” and you will get a huge list of companies you can research.

Hope this information helps some of you.  If something is causing you a pain, there’s a good chance the solution is simple.  Contact us to see if we can help.

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