Create a strong password for your Dropbox account
We highly recommend everyone take steps to improve their own safety on Dropbox and elsewhere online. Here are some common password protection techniques to keep your online accounts safe and secure.
Create unique passwords for each service you use
The safest thing to do is to choose unique passwords for each service you use and guard them closely. If you’ve ever used the same password for more than one website, you should create new unique passwords for each of them.
Tips to create strong passwords
A good password is one that is easy for you to remember but hard for a stranger to guess. Uncommon words work well, but only if you use several together. Keep these tips in mind:
- Use non-standard uppercasing (for example, “uPPercasing”).
- Use non-standard spelling (for example, “spelllllling”).
- Use personal slang words.
- Use non-obvious numbers and symbols (using “$” for “s” and “0” for “o” is fairly common and likely not enough of a security measure).
- Use longer passwords (at least 8 characters in length).
Change your passwords from time to time
Another way to help keep your passwords secure is by keeping them fresh. It’s a good idea to change them regularly, or any time you're concerned about the security of your account, and never repeat previously used passwords.
Enable two-step verification
Two-step verification adds an extra layer of security to your account. Every time you log in to Dropbox, you'll be required to enter a unique code sent to your phone, or a one-time, time-limited code generated from a supported mobile app, like Google Authenticator. This is a highly effective way to protect your account from unauthorized access.
Learn how to enable two-step verification.
Dropbox Passwords
You can also use Dropbox Passwords to:
- Save account logins, security codes, and payment cards
- Sync logins across your devices
- Autofill or suggest passwords when you log into websites and mobile apps
