Password manager basics: one strong password, all the rest remembered

Most account break-ins start with a stolen or reused password. A password manager fixes that: it creates a strong, unique password for every account and fills it in for you. You only remember one strong password, for the password manager itself. Your organization uses Bitwarden.

Why it's safer

• Every account gets its own password, so one leak doesn't open the others.
• It only fills in on the real website, which helps protect you from fake sign-in pages.
• You can share logins securely with your team, instead of by email or chat.

Getting started

1. Install the Bitwarden browser extension and sign in with your work account.
2. Save logins as you go. When you sign in to a site, Bitwarden offers to save it.
3. Replace weak or reused passwords with ones Bitwarden generates, a few at a time.

Your master password

Make it a long passphrase of four or more random words that you'll remember, and don't use it anywhere else. Never share it, including with us.

Need help setting up? Our Bitwarden guide walks you through it, or call us on 707-755-8000.