Employee Account: Creating a Secure and Memorable Password
Blue Ridge Password Requirements
Your Blue Ridge password must:
- Be at least 14 characters long.
- Include at least one uppercase letter.
- Include at least one lowercase letter.
- Include at least one number.
- Include at least one special character.
- Not contain your username, first name, or last name.
- Not be too similar to a password you have recently used.
Why You Need a Secure Password
Passwords help protect your Blue Ridge account and the information you have access to.
Cybercriminals may try to steal passwords by:
- Tricking you into entering your password on a fake website.
- Tricking you into installing malicious software.
- Using passwords stolen from other websites to try to access your accounts.
- Using automated tools to guess passwords.
A strong, unique password makes it more difficult for someone to access your account.
How to Create a Secure and Memorable Password
- Your Blue Ridge password must be at least 14 characters. Make it long. Longer passwords are generally harder to guess.
- Think of a phrase instead of a single word. A phrase or sentence that is meaningful to you can be easier to remember while still being difficult for someone else to guess.
- Add variety. Use uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.
- Make it unique. Do not use your Blue Ridge password for another website or account.
- Avoid information that someone could easily learn about you, such as your name, birthday, username, phone number, or other commonly known information.
Example
Instead of starting with a single word, think of a sentence or phrase that you can remember.
For example:
The mountains look great in October!
You could use that idea to create a longer password that meets the Blue Ridge password requirements.
Do not use the example above as your actual password. Create something unique that is meaningful to you.
Important Password Tips
- Never share your password with anyone.
- Do not reuse your Blue Ridge password on personal accounts or websites.
- Do not approve an unexpected multifactor authentication request.
- Never enter your Blue Ridge password on a website unless you are confident the sign-in page is legitimate.
Need Help?
If you continue to have trouble creating or changing your password, please reply to this ticket or contact the Help Desk at 828-694-1895.