Learn what to do if you forgot your Facebook password and how to use TeamPassword to make sure you never forget a password again.

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What to do if you forgot your Facebook password?

Do you have to store client passwords? Of course, you do! The need to share login information is a reality of the modern workplace regardless of industry. As more companies move to flexible or fully remote work environments the tension between security and the ease of sharing passwords within a team is a growing concern. But why should you have to choose between the two? TeamPassword doesn&rsquo;t think you should! That&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;ve created and continue to improve our password manager: one that is easy to use, flexible, and secure.

<h2>Freelancer Flexibility for Future Growth</h2>
The shift towards hiring external talent was already underway before Covid, but the pandemic has increased the trend at a startling rate. A recent Forbes article by Senior Contributor Edward Segal outlines the trend, breaking down results from a study by Upwork. This study shows that there was a 22% increase in the use of freelancers from 2019 to 2020, and their use isn&rsquo;t slowing down! Many employees prefer the flexibility and individual control that freelance work brings. As many as 20% of employees could become freelance workers. This dramatic change means that companies need to start rethinking their workflow and prepare to utilize independent talent and freelancers. If they don&rsquo;t, Forbes suggests that companies will miss out on some of the most highly skilled professionals.&nbsp;

<h2>Save Time - Securely</h2>
TeamPassword makes it easy for account managers to add and remove freelancers to teams or projects. No more unsecure spreadsheets or trying to track down the account holder to get the login information that you need now. A recent survey of our customers suggests that the average worker spends 7 hours a month logging in to accounts - 7 hours! - that&rsquo;s almost a full day&rsquo;s work. TeamPassword reduces the friction between team members to give everyone on the team access to the accounts they need, when they need them.
To better understand how we do it, check out some of the blog articles below. TeamPassword regularly releases important, relevant information about how your employees can work on teams securely and with ease. Here are some headlines and summaries of recent posts.

<h3>Build Client Trust! - How to store client social media passwords correctly</h3>
Onboarding clients safely isn&rsquo;t just about legal compliance - it&rsquo;s about building trust. That's why you need to learn <a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/how-to-store-client-social-media-passwords-correctly" rel="follow">how to store client social media passwords correctly</a>. If your customers know they&rsquo;re in safe hands, then they&rsquo;re less likely to look elsewhere. TeamPassword&rsquo;s minimalist UI makes it easy for your clients to navigate and enter the required information, while keeping their information protected within our secure environment.

<h3>Get Creative! - Sharing Adobe Cloud credentials with teammates</h3>
Adobe is at the heart of most businesses, especially creative agencies. But for small businesses or cash-strapped startups, their robust tools can be cost-prohibitive. Please note that sharing Adobe credentials is against the company&rsquo;s terms of use. This article provides an overview of some of the most used Adobe tools and ways in which your employees can <a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/sharing-adobe-cloud-credentials-with-teammates" rel="follow">share Adobe Cloud credentials with teammates</a>.

<h3>Engaging in Safe Online Communities - Sharing social media credentials with teammates</h3>
Social media is a pillar of modern marketing strategy. It is essential to promote your brand and engage with your social media community. Often, campaigns require <a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/sharing-social-media-credentials-with-teammates" rel="follow">sharing social media credentials with teammates</a>. However, social media accounts are also high-risk digital assets that could be valuable targets for attackers. Password reuse or unsafe password sharing practices can lead to catastrophic consequences for you and your business. TeamPassword can protect those logins while giving an entire team access to the account.

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As remote work goes through its fastest growth possibly in history, businesses are having to make some adjustments. Entire payment structures are redefined, and even salaries are put into question. As they transition, they'll have to face whole new processes in onboarding, hiring additional staff, and even paying overseas workers.
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If your own agency is going through this and you plan to hire and work with staff remotely, you should develop a clear remote-pay policy. To accomplish that, you'll have to deal with understanding foreign transaction fees and international remittance. First, we'll explain the two terms, and then we'll talk about how having a remote workforce will affect how you pay your staff.&nbsp;
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If you are looking for a way to share logins with an outside agency, using a password manager can mitigate the risk of unauthorized sharing and access. TeamPassword is an affordable password management solution for teams to share company credentials securely and efficiently. <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">Sign up for a 14-day free trial today</a>!
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<h2>What is a foreign transaction fee?</h2>
A foreign transaction fee is an amount charged by a financial institution like a credit card company or bank to make a payment or purchase in a foreign country or currency. You may also find them under "purchase transaction fees" or "foreign currency transaction fees."
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These types of fees apply both when you're abroad making purchases, withdrawals, and payments and when you send money to a foreign account.&nbsp;
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<h2>What is an international remittance?</h2>
An international or foreign remittance is a money transfer from one bank to another in a different country. This type of transfer often occurs between family members in other locations. Still, it can also be between friends or from a company to an employee.
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<h2>Remote work and international hiring</h2>
Though the post-pandemic remote work boom has increased how often companies hire international talent, this hasn't entirely facilitated how those employees are paid. Like local employees, remote workers expect to be paid on time and in the correct currency. So it's your HR team's job to make sure that happens with as few foreign transaction fees as possible on both sides.&nbsp;
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<h2>How to pay remote employees&nbsp;</h2>
When your remote employees are in the same country as you, this is quite simple: a quick direct deposit will be quick and efficient. But when they're in another country, the options will change. Not only will payment methods be different, expectations for when to expect deposits might change too. In some countries, monthly payments are the norm, while in others biweekly payments are expected on specific pay dates. Finally, the currency in which they receive their payment should be established during the hiring process to avoid any issues.
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<h3>Via direct transfer</h3>
With international employees, an international remittance can be more of a hassle than they're worth. Generally, they're slow and expensive, taking days to show up in the receiving account and always requiring a fee. However, there are times when it will be the best option available, and depending on your banking institution may even be the cheapest option. This will depend mostly on the two countries between which you're making the transaction. 
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For banks in Europe, you'll need to have your contact's full name, IBAN code, and IBC. For others, the bank will require things like their SWIFT code. Each type of transaction and country will have its own fees so make sure you consult with your bank before moving large sums around.&nbsp;The foreign transaction fees charged during direct transfer can leave both you and your remote staff feeling like the collaboration may not be worth the bother. This frustration can increase tensions and even lead to conflict, so before you start, establish expectations for who will cover those fees and how.
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<h3>Using a payment platform</h3>
Of course, by now you're probably aware that there are many other options for paying your employees than just direct deposit or international remittance. You can also use payment platforms like PayPal, Wise, and Woldremit, and Western Union. Each of these platforms comes with its own benefits and issues which you'll have to weigh to decide whether they're right for you.&nbsp;
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For instance, PayPal will charge a small fee of 5% just to transfer to another account, but a much larger one to convert currencies. Worldremit and Wise are great options with relatively small fees but aren't available in all countries and they take a long time to show up in the receiver's bank account. Finally, there's Western Union, but the fees and bureaucracy of going through them is frankly more trouble than it's worth, especially if you plan on doing it every month.
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<h3>Contracting platforms</h3>
So, what about platforms that offer the whole package? We're talking about platforms like Freelancer and Upwork which help with the process of finding, hiring, and paying remote workers. While these platforms do an excellent job for short-term or one-time collaborations, for long-term payment and contracting, they're not the best option. For one, they're generally taking a cut on both sides, often of up to 20%. So, while this method will work for a while, you'll soon have to find an alternative for both parties' sake.
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<h2>How to contract internationally</h2>
So what are your other options besides taking care of every step of hiring and managing staff on your own?
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<h3>Hiring a payroll provider</h3>
Of course, there are companies that take care of precisely this type of problem. They're payroll providers that offer the service of paying your employees for you regardless of where they are in the world. You'll manage everything as if it were local, they'll take care of sending payroll out into the world. Whether it works efficiently and with as few costs, as they say, is up for debate, but some have plans of as little as $15 per month.
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<h3>Hiring an international HR service&nbsp;</h3>
Instead of looking for how you can pay online, you can hire a service that works with you personally to hire employees internationally. They'll manage the entire process your local HR team would but with the added understanding of international hiring and tax law.
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<h2>Managing your remote staff's access and security</h2>
While finding talent outside of your home country for your marketing agency is great, there are added risks when you bring anyone onto your team, especially remotely. To start, you're not entirely sure of the security of their connection and how likely they are to be the victim of a cyberattack, thus putting your data at risk. So, how can you onboard and manage your remote workforce safely?
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<h3>Use TeamPassword for credential sharing&nbsp;</h3>
Using a tool like <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">TeamPassword</a> will allow you to sleep easy knowing all your credentials are safe whether your staff is working right in your hometown or on the other side of the world. Here are some of the features that make TeamPassword the best option to collaborate and <a href="https://www.teampassword.com/blog/how-to-safely-share-passwords-with-coworkers">share passwords with remote staff</a>.
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<h3>Available on any device and accessible anywhere</h3>
TeamPassword is available for iOS or Android devices and can be downloaded anywhere in the world. If your employees prefer to work directly from their browser, they'll be able to use the extension on Chrome, Safari, or Firefox, accessing all credentials quickly and easily.
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<h3>2-Step verification and activity logs</h3>
Every time your team uses TeamPassword, they'll be asked to go through <a href="https://www.teampassword.com/blog/password-manager-with-2fa">2-Step verification</a>. This allows the tool to know that not only is the device correct, but the user is right as well. This added step for security gives teams extra peace of mind. Additionally, regardless of the distance, you'll always know who has been using your logins, what time, and from where. This activity log is available on-demand as well as via email notifications.&nbsp;
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<h3>Secure password generator</h3>
As your new team members sign up for tools that will help the whole team, they can use TeamPassword to <a href="https://www.teampassword.com/password-generator">generate secure passwords</a> and share them with the rest of the team all in one go. This means regardless of who creates logins, they'll be both secure and available for everyone who needs them.&nbsp;
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<h3>High-level security encryption</h3>
So, how does TeamPassword secure your credentials and keep attackers' hands off them? When you create or share logins, TeamPassword hashes, salts, and encrypts your information on your computer and then transmits it to the server using an encrypted connection. TeamPassword's is a <a href="https://www.teampassword.com/security">secure hosting provider</a> with the following international security accreditations:&nbsp;
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">ISO 27001</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">SOC 1 and SOC 2/SSAE 16/ISAE 3402 (Previously SAS 70 Type II)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">PCI Level 1</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">FISMA Moderate</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX).</li>
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If you are looking for a way to share logins with your remote team, using a password manager can mitigate the risk of unauthorized sharing and access. Use TeamPassword as your password management solution and share company credentials securely and efficiently. <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">Sign up for a 14-day free trial today</a>!

We'll explain how to deal with foreign transaction fees, international remittance, and how to pay your remote staff force. | TeamPassword

First, we'll explain how to deal with foreign transaction fees and international remittance and then we'll talk about ...

Paying Remote Staff: Understanding foreign transaction fees

First, we'll explain how to deal with foreign transaction fees and international remittance and then we'll talk about how having a remote workforce will affect how you pay your staff.

Paying your remote staff: understanding foreign transaction fees and international remittance

Suppose you haven't fully transitioned into remote work by now. In that case, you might be considering it as you weigh the pros and cons of the pandemic work model. Giving up an office space (and the monthly rent that comes with it) could be an enticing reason to jump on possibly the largest growing work trend of our time. But, what are some of the drawbacks? On top of depriving your employees of shoulder-to-shoulder interaction, opportunities to stand out and get promotions, and more, you're also increasing your entire company's chances of a cyberattack.&nbsp;
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This possible threat, of course, is no reason to throw out the idea altogether. It may just take some analyzing and planning. Still, you can implement some practices to make managing your remote workforce more effortless and more secure all in one go. First, let's go through what managing your remote team will mean, the challenges and benefits to look for, and how to <a href="https://www.teampassword.com/blog/10-easy-cybersecurity-strategies-for-small-businesses">manage cybersecurity</a> while working apart.
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If you are looking for a way to share logins with your remote team, using a password manager can mitigate the risk of unauthorized sharing and access. TeamPassword is an affordable password management solution for teams to share company credentials securely and efficiently. <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">Sign up for a 14-day free trial today</a>!
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<h2>What is remote workforce management?</h2>
Because of the recent change in work dynamic since the pandemic, companies have had to face the fact that managing remote teams is very different from leading on-site teams. <a href="https://www.teampassword.com/blog/5-tips-to-increase-security-for-your-remote-workforce">Remote workforce management</a> is all about flexibility, trust, and clear communication.
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So, what practices will you have to implement to handle your fully remote or hybrid work model?
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Communication: establish channels for personal and work communication and implement tools so employees can also connect with each other easily.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Process automation: use <a href="https://www.teampassword.com/blog/7-tips-for-marketing-project-management">project management</a> software to create, automate, and track processes easier without becoming the micromanaging boss everyone hates to hear from.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Supplying work set-ups: Not everyone has a proper work set-up at home. Providing the elements they need to focus and carry out their tasks properly will pay off as employees feel more comfortable.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Regularly scheduled training and feedback sessions: just because your team is out of sight doesn't mean they don't need you. Schedule times to chat to allow insecurities, questions, or concerns to come up. These practices also increase retention as they get ahead of conflict and discomfort before it becomes unbearable.</li>
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<h3>Benefits of a remote workforce</h3>
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Improved employee engagement</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Increased productivity</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Cost and time savings for employees by not commuting&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Higher employee satisfaction and retention</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">More flexibility</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Fewer sick days as employees work and rest at home</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">More business continuity without colleague distractions</li>
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<h3>Drawbacks of a remote workforce</h3>
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Lack of supervision</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Less access to information</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Social isolation and lack of team building possibilities</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Fewer collaboration opportunities</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Decreased spontaneity and hallway brainstorming</li>
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<h2>What to know about remote work management&nbsp;</h2>
As opposed to what you might believe going into remote work management, the practice is a lot less about being strict than it is about seeing your employees as individuals. In the same way that teachers address students with their individual needs, managers must understand team members' strengths and weaknesses. Additionally, they should realize that a remote work model might heighten both. Get ahead of it by brainstorming possible challenges that may arise and addressing them with employees in small groups or one-on-one.
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<h2>Cybersecurity tips to remember when working remotely</h2>
Work management and collaboration isn't the only thing you'll see change with a remote team. You'll also have to face a series of new risks that would have been mostly under control in an office setting. Cybersecurity, for one, is an element that many businesses, especially small agencies, overlook when sending their teams home to work.&nbsp;
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Why does this happen? Well, not everyone is prepared to fight off cyberattacks from their shared-living Wifi, for instance. So, as you prepare to take on new work models, make sure your remote work policy includes how everyone will work to keep data (both work and private) safe and secure. Here are some cybersecurity tips you can start using today:
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<h3>Increase network security with a VPN</h3>
When your employees work from home, a coffee shop, or an airport, they often won't be able to choose the security of their networks. In fact, they'll probably sometimes have to work from a public network, opening them up to tracking and snooping from outside entities. Investing in a company VPN will allow your employees the security of encrypting their internet traffic.&nbsp;
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<h3>Improve password security</h3>
Phishing and password-stealing are two <a href="https://www.teampassword.com/blog/five-most-common-password-attacks">common password attacks</a> that small marketing agencies suffer both when working on-site and remotely. Of course, <a href="https://www.teampassword.com/blog/how-to-safely-share-passwords-with-coworkers">sharing passwords</a> remotely will also extend the time it takes to pinpoint and de-escalate a situation if an attack does happen. So keeping your passwords safe will become essential when employees are working in different locations. To improve password security, use a tool like TeamPassword.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
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TeamPassword is an affordable password management solution. <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">Sign up for a 14-day free trial today</a>!
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<h3>Separate and lock your devices</h3>
Include the practice of separating and locking devices in your remote work policy. While this may seem simple, it can be easy to forget when you're taking care of accomplishing your day-to-day workload. That's why it's key to ensure your agency uses separate devices for work and personal life and enables automatic locking of their device. This way, when they're out getting a coffee and have to pop into the bathroom, their device is still secure. A reasonable amount of time is about 30 seconds for mobile and a few minutes for a laptop.
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<h2>How to keep remote teams secure as staff grows&nbsp;</h2>
All of these practices are easy to implement and work well for companies all around the world. You've learned how to start transitioning to a secure remote agency with talent in different locations. Now, moving forward, your marketing agency team is probably going to continue to grow. So, how can you maintain that level of security regardless of the size of your team?&nbsp;
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<h3>Use TeamPassword</h3>
TeamPassword is a great way to manage the access for lots of marketing staff. It comes with benefits and features that keep everyone in the loop, efficient onboarding, and eliminates <a href="https://www.teampassword.com/blog/5-bad-password-habits-to-break-immediately">bad password habits</a>. Here are some of the ways remote marketing agencies use TeamPassword to keep attackers away:
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<h4>Implementing 2-step verification</h4>
Even though employees' are enabling auto-lock on their devices, when they sign into TeamPassword to search for or use a new password, they'll have to go through <a href="https://www.teampassword.com/blog/password-manager-with-2fa">2-step verification</a>. This practice ensures that the device is authorized to use the login credential and that the user is who they should be. This secure protocol keeps marketing agencies extra secure. They work with dozens of online tools, many of which hold payment information and other sensitive data.&nbsp;
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<h4>Running regular vulnerability sweeps&nbsp;</h4>
You can't get ahead of an attack, right? Wrong. Marketing agencies use TeamPassword's reports from frequent vulnerability sweeps to learn about viruses or possible risks that open up opportunities to steal your data. These sweeps keep your agency on a proactive approach so you can avoid an attack instead of reacting to it.
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<h4>Sharing host-proof and locally encrypted passwords</h4>
As an agency of many creatives and professionals, you'll often have to share passwords and logins to collaborate on work. Whether it's because the tool allows for only one login per company or because there's a new staff member, sharing passwords will become necessary. Marketing agencies with TeamPassword share logins that are hashed, salted, and encrypted locally on their device and then transmitted to the server with an encrypted connection. Once they're received, the receiver's account is verified, and they alone are given access.
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<h4>Accessing Teampassword everywhere</h4>
Unlike a notepad full of login details, which is just inconvenient, or a spreadsheet with credentials, which is unsafe, <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">TeamPassword</a> is accessible from any device. Your agency employees can access team passwords from mobile, regardless of their operating system, desktop app, or even browser extensions. That way, in just a few moments, they can log in, verify, and get the password they need. As a result, they'll continue to work on their projects without interruption and without putting the agency at risk.
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<h4>Generating secure passwords and sharing within teams</h4>
Brainstorming what password to use that isn't incredibly personal or outright strange is a struggle. On top of that, password requirements for every tool are different. So, when your employees need a quick password that meets requirements and is virtually impossible to guess, TeamPassword generates it for them in a flash. By adding it to any shared groups such as "branding team" or "advertising," the password is automatically shared only with those who need it.
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Ready to take on remote workforce security? If password management is a security practice you're ready to start now, <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">sign up for a 14-day free trial today</a>!

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Executive Assistant vs. Admin Pro vs. Chief of Staff?

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Executive assistant vs. admin professional vs. chief of staff: who do you need to hire?

After creating a business and lining up a few clients, business owners are often left with the question of how to market to new audiences. After all, their own network will only get them so much business before it dries out. At this point, they'll either hire marketers and branding experts for their team or outsource them. So, when looking at digital agency vs. marketing agency, how will they know which is more suitable?&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;
While the two terms get thrown around a lot, there are some distinct differences. This post will go through what each type of agency does and how to know which you need according to your goals.
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If you are looking for a way to share logins with an outside agency, using a password manager can mitigate the risk of unauthorized sharing and access. TeamPassword is an affordable password management solution for teams to share company credentials securely and efficiently. <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">Sign up for a 14-day free trial today</a>!
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<h2>What is a digital agency?</h2>
When comparing a digital agency vs. marketing agency, you should know that digital agencies offer services including:
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">web design and optimization</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">SEO (Search Engine Optimization)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Social Media Marketing</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">PPC (pay-per-click) ads</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Content creation</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Market research</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Search Engine Marketing</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Lead generation and nurturing</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Email Marketing</li>
</ul>
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<h3>General characteristics of a digital agency</h3>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Provide clear processes&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Measurable KPIs&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Goal-based plan of action</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Emphasis on business and revenue growth</li>
</ul>
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<h2>What is a marketing agency?</h2>
A marketing agency is a more general term for agencies that can do a wide range of marketing work for you. Before the internet, marketing agencies would often help businesses reach audiences on the radio, television, billboards, magazines, and more. Now, these agencies also create marketing campaigns for online channels but usually do a mix of both online and OOH (out-of-home) ads and marketing depending on their clients' needs.
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Marketing agencies offer services like:
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Campaign planning and execution</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Design</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Communication&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<h3>General characteristics of a marketing agency</h3>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Emphasis on storytelling</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Understanding of your buyer persona</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Mainly made up of creative professionals</li>
</ul>
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<h2>What is a content agency?</h2>
So, we've differences between a digital agency vs. marketing agency, but while looking for marketing help, businesses might also run into the option of a content agency. So, how does a content agency compare with the previous two? Content agencies take care of, well, content creation. They often do similar research as marketing agencies on a business's industry, competitors, and users. 
This way, they'll define the most valuable content to create and the one that will make the most impact. After conducting a preliminary study of your brand and goals, a content agency will provide one or more of the following services:
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<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">User research</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Competitor research</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Creation of articles, images, videos, and other content&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Brand positioning on social media and search engines</li>
</ul>
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A content agency's primary goal is to create a content strategy that positions a brand or business as a leader in its industry. They do this by creating content that generates a feeling of trust, reliability, and expertise in those who read or consume it.
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<h2>Benefits and risks of using an agency</h2>
Businesses choose to go through an agency for a variety of reasons. These reasons include access to a team of experts with a good reputation, ease of keeping their team focused on their own tasks, and cost-effectiveness compared to hiring experts for their company. But is hiring an agency secure for a company's private data? Let's look at the benefits and risks of hiring an agency.
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<h3>Benefits</h3>
Expertise
Though it's possible to find freelancers with a high level of expertise in creative work, digital marketing, or other marketing services, it's more simple to find everything you need in one agency. Agencies tend to hire staff with many years of experience who work together to accomplish your goals. With agencies, you have case studies and track records of past achievements to understand what they can do for you.
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Ease
Since your employees won't have to do work outside of their niche, your whole team will save time and effort trying to complete marketing and content tasks. If you don't need the full array of services an agency provides, negotiate a smaller scope or fewer hours, and you can still get the most out of their work.
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Budget
Agency costs vary widely according to expertise, niche, and other elements but will almost always be more cost-effective than hiring experts. If you were to onboard individuals to work on your marketing and content tasks with the same experience as those in an agency, you'd spend much more time and money.
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<h3>Risks</h3>
Security
When hiring an agency, you'll need to share important information, files, and even access to online accounts and tools. This exchange of delicate information can potentially open opportunities for cyberattacks. Using a password manager like TeamPassword can make collaborating with agencies safer by allowing password sharing securely.
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<h2>How to choose the type of agency you need</h2>
So how do you know which type of agency to choose? Go through the following process to define what agency will be most beneficial.
<ol>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Set your goals. First, you need to define what you'd like to achieve, your timeline, and the type of professionals that would be best suited for the job.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Go through the list of services the agencies you're considering offer and assess whether they're likely to move you towards your goals.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Look at the agency's team and profiles. The agency you choose should have a team full of professionals that match the work you're looking for. If you want mainly ad management and the agency is made up of 90% creative professionals, you may have to look elsewhere.</li>
</ol>
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<h2>How to keep partnerships with agencies secure</h2>
Maybe you're no longer debating which to choose, a digital agency vs. a marketing agency. But, regardless of which one you decide to work with, you should still be preparing to make it secure for your company. Since partnering with an outside organization will include exchanging logins and credentials for tools and resources, doing this in the safest way possible should take priority.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;
To make your work with agencies secure, use a password manager like TeamPassword.
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<h2>Why TeamPassword</h2>
TeamPassword is easy-to-use, convenient, and safe to create, store, and share your passwords. Using TeamPassword to <a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/should-i-share-data-with-freelancers">share credentials and logins with agencies</a> can significantly reduce the risk of a cyberattack.&nbsp;
So, what makes TeamPassword such a valuable tool to keep your company safe during cross-company collaborations?
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<h3>Safe password sharing inside and outside of your team</h3>
TeamPassword gives businesses the option to keep all passwords under one large group or segment them into smaller ones. This way, your product team has their logins, your customer service team has theirs, and so on. The same goes for external teams.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;
You can create TeamPassword groups for your marketing or digital agency and share the passwords they need. With TeamPassword, you have complete control over who has access, and can remove them when the job is done.&nbsp;
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<h3>Built-In Password Generator</h3>
TeamPassword&rsquo;s built-in <a href="https://teampassword.com/password-generator">password generator</a> lets you create passwords from 12-32 characters using numbers, letters (uppercase/lowercase), and symbols. You can also use it as a <a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/username-generator-why-you-need-one">username generator</a> to create stronger credentials for your most sensitive accounts.
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<h3>Two-factor authentication</h3>
Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds an extra layer of security to your TeamPassword account. Each team member can set up their own 2FA using the Google Authenticator app available on iOS and Android. With 2FA, even if attackers manage to steal an employee&rsquo;s TeamPassword credentials, they can&rsquo;t access the account without Google Authenticator&rsquo;s six-digit code. They can also create backup codes so they&rsquo;re never locked out of their account.
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<h3>Activity logs</h3>
Finally, TeamPassword carefully tracks login activity. So, despite providing high-level security for access, you can still rest easy knowing TeamPassword records all activity in logs&mdash;making it easy to investigate unauthorized sharing and access.
You can also set up email notifications for any TeamPassword activity. If you have a group for an external digital or marketing agency, you can set up notifications only for that group, to get instant notifications for any activity.&nbsp;
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<h3>Accessibility</h3>
TeamPassword makes it easy to use the password manager, no matter which device or browser you&rsquo;re working with. You can use one of our browser extensions (Chrome, Firefox, or Safari) or the TeamPassword mobile app, available on iOS and Android.&nbsp;
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Are you starting work with an agency soon? TeamPassword is an affordable password management solution for teams to share company credentials securely and efficiently. <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">Sign up for a 14-day free trial today</a>!

This article wil explain whether a digital agency or a marketing agency is best for your business and which one is more suitable.

This article wil explain whether a digital agency or a marketing agency is best for your business and ...

Digital agency vs. marketing agency

States and governments are constantly introducing privacy laws that mirror the notable <a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/gdpr-was-it-really-a-big-deal">European GDPR</a> and California's CCPA. Security and privacy must be a high priority for agencies handling data (like client social media passwords).&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;
Not only to comply with laws and respect people's privacy but also as a business strategy.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;
If your company earns a reputation for password mismanagement and causing leaks or <a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/category/data-breaches">data breaches</a>, you'll battle to find anyone who wants to work with you!
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Secure password management doesn't have to be expensive or disrupt workflows. TeamPassword is an <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">affordable password manager</a> designed for small businesses, startups, and agencies. <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">Sign up for a 14-day free trial</a> to experience the ease and efficiency of robust password security with TeamPassword.
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<h2>The Importance of Onboarding Clients Safely</h2>
Firstly, violating GDPR, CCPA, and other State regulations could result in hefty fines. In Europe, under GDPR, the maximum penalty is &pound;20 million or 4% of annual turnover. Google, British Airways, H&amp;M, and Marriot have all learned this the hard way&mdash;each receiving fines over &euro;10,000,000.
CCPA punishes California-based organizations similarly to GDPR and can take action against companies outside of California and the United States for data violations against its citizens. Virginia, New York, Massachusetts, Maryland, and Hawaii are working on similar data privacy laws with severe fines and penalties.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;
While most agencies don't operate anywhere near the turnover of the multinationals mentioned above, a relative fine will still hurt cash flow and your brand's reputation.&nbsp;
A secure and professional onboarding experience will not only ensure you comply with legislation, but it'll impress your clients and build trust. If your customers know they're in safe hands, then they're less likely to look elsewhere.
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<h2>Examples of Poor Onboarding Practices &amp; Associated Risks</h2>
When agencies onboard new clients, they typically require access to social media accounts and any tools&mdash;social media management, analytics, research, etc. This access means clients need to share their passwords with your company.
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Here are some of the ways agencies onboard clients, the associated risks, and why you should avoid using them.
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<h3>Email</h3>
Email is a common way for clients and agencies to share passwords. It's also one of the most dangerous!&nbsp;
If someone breaches an employee or client's device, all they have to do is search your email using keywords like "password" or "Instagram password," and the relevant emails will appear. Even if you delete the emails, they usually stay in your deleted folder for 30 days.&nbsp;
It's also very easy to share emails, and you have no control over where employees, contractors, or freelancers forward these passwords&mdash;even if it's a mistake!
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<h3>Spreadsheets</h3>
Like email, spreadsheets are easy to copy and share. They're also simple for hackers to find when they breach a device.&nbsp;
Spreadsheets are particularly bad for sharing passwords because you generally store multiple credentials in one place&mdash;making it easy to steal an entire asset list. Worse still, if you keep all your client's credentials in one spreadsheet under multiple tabs!&nbsp;
The biggest issue with spreadsheets is that you can't segment access without creating multiple spreadsheets, which can become confusing if you deal with many clients and teams.
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<h3>Text &amp; Messaging Apps</h3>
Another common way people share passwords is via text or messaging apps like Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, Slack, and others. This method exposes similar vulnerabilities to email and spreadsheets where you have no control over unauthorized sharing. You also have to worry about team members losing their devices!&nbsp;
Many of these apps store your messages on a server, which means they're vulnerable to <a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/category/data-breaches">data breaches</a>&mdash;which happen more often than you think!
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<h3>Forms</h3>
Another way agencies onboard clients and capture data like passwords is by using forms. A little more secure than other methods, but where do those submissions go? And how do you store and share the passwords once you receive them?&nbsp;
Form submissions often end up in email inboxes, which defeats the point of "securely transferring" data from your clients.&nbsp;
The most significant risk with these four onboarding methods is that employees use and share raw credentials. If you're <a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/should-i-share-data-with-freelancers">sharing passwords with freelancers</a>, then that's even more problematic!
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<h2>How to Build Trust and Onboard Clients Securely</h2>
So, how do you receive data like client social media passwords securely? And how do your store and share credentials with coworkers safely?&nbsp;
With <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">TeamPassword</a>, you can capture client social media passwords and share those credentials with your teams. Here's how...
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First, create a TeamPassword group for your client.
<ol>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">If you haven't already, <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">sign up for a TeamPassword account</a>. It's free to try for 14 days&mdash;no credit card required.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Navigate to your account profile under Manage Teams.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Click Groups and Add a Group.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Use your client's name for the group and click Save Changes.</li>
</ol>
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Now, to onboard your client and ask them to enter their passwords directly into TeamPassword's password manager. It's like filling out a form, and TeamPassword's minimalist UI makes it easy to navigate and enter the required information.
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<ol>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Under People, click Invite Your Team.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Enter your client's email address, set the Permission level to Member. Under Add to groups (optional): check the box next to your client's name and click Send Invitation.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Your client will receive an invite to join your TeamPassword account. They accept the invite by following the email link and creating a username and password. TeamPassword also allows people to sign in using Google.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">On the dashboard, your client clicks the blue and white + button to add a new password.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Under Name, they enter an obvious identifier, like Acme Co - Twitter, if the password is for their Twitter account.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Login URL: the URL where you log in. If they're not sure, ask them to enter the site's URL, for example, twitter.com&mdash;one of your team can correct this later.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">The Username and Password fields should be self-explanatory. Tell your client not to click Generate as this will create a new password!</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Notes: they can use this field to add any additional instructions.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Share with: your client should check your company name (not Only Me (Private))</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">When they click your company name, a second box will appear where your client needs to check their name and not Everyone at (Your Company).</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Lastly, they click Save, the password saves to your account and immediately appears on your TeamPassword dashboard.</li>
</ol>
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Your client repeats steps 4 to 11 for all of their passwords, and you have securely captured their data without exposing credentials.&nbsp;&nbsp;
As the account owner, you can edit your client's credentials to correct any onboarding errors.&nbsp;
We highly recommend resetting all of your client's passwords to ensure they're strong and every account has unique credentials. Your client can view the new credentials and use TeamPassword's browser extensions or mobile app to continue to log in to their accounts.&nbsp;
It's a good idea to share an instructional video (using Loom or similar) or provide live onboarding to guide them through the process.
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If your client isn't using a password manager, encourage them to <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">sign up for TeamPassword</a> to securely store and share all of their company credentials.
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<h2>Common Password Security Risks</h2>
Here are the top five <a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/top-five-mistakes-when-sharing-passwords-with-your-team">mistakes companies make when sharing passwords</a> with teams.
<ol>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Creating Weak Passwords: weak passwords make it easy for attackers to breach your digital assets. Never use your company/platform (like Instagram or Twitter) name, sequential numbers (123), and other easy-to-guess personal/company information. TeamPassword features a built-in <a href="https://teampassword.com/password-generator">password generator</a>, so teams always create strong, random passwords with uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Storing Passwords in Plaintext: plaintext includes emails, digital note pads, spreadsheets, messaging apps. <a href="https://teampassword.com/security">TeamPassword uses AES 256-Bit encryption</a> to store your passwords. We hash, salt, and encrypt data locally on your computer before uploading them to our servers. Not even TeamPassword employees can view your passwords!</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Reusing Passwords: reusing passwords exposes you to <a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/five-most-common-password-attacks">credential stuffing attacks</a> where hackers use the same credentials to access other accounts using the same username and password combination. With TeamPassword's password generator, you can create unique credentials for every account.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Memorable Passwords: we often create passwords using memorable words or phrases, like pets/family names, street addresses, mobile numbers, etc. Hackers know this! With some social media research, criminals can gather "keywords" about your life and add them to password-cracking algorithms to perform what's called a <a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/five-most-common-password-attacks">dictionary attack</a>&mdash;a highly focused brute force attack where algorithms try username and password combinations until they find a match.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Changing Passwords Frequently: if you're not using a password manager or password generator, changing passwords too frequently could expose vulnerabilities. Employees tend to develop password-creation patterns which hackers can use to guess your credentials or refine algorithms for a dictionary attack.</li>
</ol>
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When you're working with high-value clients, these sorts of password attacks are not out of the realm of possibility! Make sure you always <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">use a password manager</a> to keep your client's social media passwords and other digital assets safe from attack!
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<h2>Try TeamPassword for Free</h2>
<a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">Sign up for a free TeamPassword trial</a> to test our password manager with your team and clients. Stop using poor onboarding practices and provide peace of mind for your clients with <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">TeamPassword</a>.

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How to store client social media passwords correctly

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In an increasingly digital world, we&rsquo;re switching more and more of our daily lives over to the Internet. While this brave new world is exciting and convenient, it&rsquo;s not without its problems.&nbsp;
The issue of unsafe passwords has been around for a while. But have you ever thought about where and how to store them?
Most of us have several passwords, and we&rsquo;re encouraged to never duplicate them. Some people simply write them all down on a piece of paper &mdash; which is fraught with danger. But others store their passwords electronically.
As you&rsquo;re about to find out, not all electronic systems of password storage are <a href="https://www.teampassword.com/blog/10-things-you-need-to-do-to-keep-passwords-safe" target="_blank" rel="noopener">safe</a>. Here are five of the most dangerous ways to store your passwords.&nbsp;
But before we begin:
Avoid bad idea passwords and dangerous storage methods with TeamPassword. This advanced <a href="https://www.teampassword.com/blog/why-you-need-a-password-manager" target="_blank" rel="noopener">password manager</a> features a selection of security features, including password encryption and two-step verification. Sign up for a <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial" rel="follow">free trial</a> today.&nbsp;

<h2>1. Email</h2>
Have you ever emailed yourself a password to ensure you&rsquo;re never without it? Great idea, right? Actually, emailing yourself your passwords is a really bad idea, and here&rsquo;s why:
<ul>
<li>Emails are usually sent in plain text. Without encryption, your passwords are susceptible if your email account is ever compromised.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Unsafe passwords sent via email often pass through several systems and servers. There&rsquo;ll also be a copy in your sent folder. If someone else can access your email account, your passwords become vulnerable.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Some email platforms store data locally on a drive. If someone steals your computer, phone, or tablet, your passwords become vulnerable.</li>
</ul>
A really bad idea for passwords is to send them via email &mdash; either to yourself or someone else. <a href="https://www.teampassword.com/blog/have-i-been-hacked-how-to-know-for-sure" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hackers </a>and scammers are more resourceful than ever, and they can often steal your information before you realize you&rsquo;ve been compromised.&nbsp;
It&rsquo;s tempting to send a quick email to yourself containing unsafe passwords when you sign up for new online services. For the sake of an extra minute or two, don&rsquo;t give fraudsters easy access to your accounts. Use an encrypted email vault to safeguard all your passwords.&nbsp;
<h2>2. Online Documents</h2>
A lot of people like the convenience of saving crucial information using online document systems such as Google Docs. But this is a bad idea for passwords, as these systems are designed for text &mdash; not sensitive data.
Yes, a password might protect your online document manager from unauthorized access. But what happens if that password is compromised? Many document software platforms don&rsquo;t offer encryption, two-step verification, or even the most basic security measures.&nbsp;
If you use online documents regularly, you&rsquo;re probably accessing your account on a regular basis &mdash; across several devices. What happens if you step away for a moment to buy a coffee, speak to a friend, or use the bathroom?
A criminal can access an unattended online document platform in seconds. And if this happens, it doesn't take a lot of effort to steal your unsafe passwords.&nbsp;
<h2>3. Instant Messaging Service</h2>
Instant messaging services provide us with a convenient way of staying in touch with friends and family. WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, and Snapchat were designed for private online conversations &mdash; not for storing passwords.
People who store their passwords on these apps do so because they believe they&rsquo;re fully encrypted. While that&rsquo;s often the case, it&rsquo;s important to remember that instant messaging services are often left open and operating in the background.
Imagine someone picks up your phone while you&rsquo;re not paying attention. If you left your device unlocked, that person would be able to access your password in seconds.
It&rsquo;s always a bad idea when passwords are stored on instant messaging services. By nature, these apps are designed to operate in the background &mdash; alerting you when someone sends a message. And because they&rsquo;re open, anyone with the device in their hand might be able to steal your unprotected passwords.&nbsp;
Don&rsquo;t fall into the trap of utilizing bad ideas for password storage. Sign up for a <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial" target="_blank" rel="noopener">free trial</a> with TeamPassword, and give your unsafe passwords the protection they require.
<h2>4. Online Note-taker</h2>
Developers design online note-takers for everyday lists and reminders. While they&rsquo;re great for creating to-do and shopping lists, they&rsquo;re not so good for storing unsafe passwords.&nbsp;
An app such as Apple Notes is easy to use, accessible, and convenient. But it doesn&rsquo;t offer two-step authentication, encryption, or any sophisticated form of security.&nbsp;
If your computer or mobile device is unlocked, your saved passwords are vulnerable. In many cases, a criminal would simply need to open the app to gain access to your sensitive information.&nbsp;
OK, you might be extra vigilant when it comes to keeping your phone or computer locked. But hackers are resourceful, and they&rsquo;re very good at discovering unsafe passwords. Once they access your phone, any passwords stored in your note-taking app become vulnerable.&nbsp;
<h2>5. On a Non-Password-Protected Device</h2>
Of all the bad ideas for passwords, storing them on non-password-protected devices is about the worst. You might think that your tablet or laptop never leaves your side. But if your device is ever stolen, you&rsquo;ve given the criminals the easiest possible opportunity to access your saved passwords.&nbsp;
If you&rsquo;re determined to store passwords on a physical device &mdash; which is never a good idea &mdash; make sure the device password is a complex combination of letters, numbers, and symbols. And it should contain at least 12 characters.&nbsp;
<h2>Use TeamPassword for Extra Protection</h2>
Remembering and safely storing a dozen or more passwords isn&rsquo;t a simple task. By locking away all your passwords in a digital vault, you get maximum protection and easy access.&nbsp;
TeamPassword offers a range of <a href="https://www.teampassword.com/security" target="_blank" rel="noopener">security features</a> &mdash; designed to keep your passwords safe. Offering two-step authentication and encryption, this powerful protection system solves the problem of unsafe passwords with ease. Sign up for a <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial" target="_blank" rel="noopener">free trial</a> to see these exciting features for yourself.&nbsp;

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Usernames are essential for security and anonymity online. But some people come up with username ideas to stand out or align with a brand. Usernames can also help gain followers or build a social media following.
With so many possibilities, coming up with username ideas can be challenging! Luckily, there are plenty of tools and methods to create unique usernames.
Whether you're aiming for fame or privacy, we have username ideas to help you create unique usernames easily!
Using unique credentials (including passwords and usernames) can mitigate many cybersecurity vulnerabilities. When paired with a <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">password manager like TeamPassword</a>, strong usernames and passwords can protect you against attacks. Sign up for a 14-day free TeamPassword trial today!
&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;
<h2>Why You Need to Use Unique Usernames</h2>
There are several reasons people want unique usernames ideas:
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Security</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Anonymity</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Popularity</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Humor</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Business name ideas</li>
</ul>
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Unique Usernames for Security</h3>
Many people don't know about the importance of using unique or secure usernames for online security. Reusing usernames can be just as troublesome as <a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/colonial-pipeline-ransomware-attack-dont-reuse-passwords">reusing passwords</a>.
If criminals steal your credentials from a <a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/category/data-breaches">data breach</a>, they can use your username to figure out where else you have accounts and deploy spear-phishing attacks using fake correspondence to steal your credentials.
For example, hackers sending you a "password reset" from Instagram because they "suspect suspicious activity!" If you use unique usernames for every account, the attackers won't find your Instagram profile!
Don't think that you won't fall for these ploys! Many individuals with regular cybersecurity training fall victim to phishing attacks.
In effect, unique usernames act as a second password, preventing anyone from finding your accounts with a single username.
&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Unique Usernames for Anonymity</h3>
Aligned with security is anonymity. Maintaining anonymity online can protect you from cyberattacks and prevent work colleagues, clients, and other companies or individuals from finding you online.
Many people want to separate their professional profiles from their personal ones while maintaining an online presence. Using unique usernames can hide the profiles you prefer to keep private.
&nbsp; &nbsp;
<h3>Unique Usernames for Fame, Popularity, Attention</h3>
A good Instagram username can help you stand out and boost your online presence. If your username is unique or obscure, it could lead to more profile clicks and followers.
A good example is French Connection UK or @FCUK. At first glance, the username looks like an expletive, drawing people's attention to the brand.
People often use made-up words, obscure combinations, and other naming conventions to grab attention online.
&nbsp; &nbsp;
<h3>Unique Usernames for Humor</h3>
Humor is another reason people often want unique username ideas. For example, @PickledElephantTusk is sure to get people's attention and perhaps a chuckle at the ridiculousness.
Funny usernames are great for social media profiles, but you might want to avoid these if you're trying to aim for security or anonymity!
&nbsp; &nbsp;
<h3>Business Name Ideas</h3>
Most startups want a unique brand name, including URL and social media usernames. Startups can ensure that every digital touchpoint is unique to their brand by choosing an available unique username first.
While using the same username is necessary for branding on social media channels, companies should always choose different, unidentifiable usernames for non-public accounts&mdash;email marketing apps, keyword research tools, productivity tools, accounting apps, etc.
&nbsp; &nbsp;
<h2>How Can You Get Unique Usernames Ideas?</h2>
There are many places you go for unique username ideas. Here are a few of our best sources for inspiration:
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Pinterest</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Username generators</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Google Search - type a word and look through the autocompletes. This is also an excellent way to find trending usernames</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Instagram hashtags</li>
</ul>
&nbsp; &nbsp;
<h2>Here are a Couple of Methods for Thinking of Great Usernames Ideas</h2>
If you're looking for inspiration, here are three methods for coming up with great username ideas. We've included processes for creativity, speed, and security.
<h3>Creating Your Own Unique Usernames</h3>
The best way to create unique username ideas is by combining two or three mismatched words with a number. First, come up with two or three categories, and then pick a word from each.
For example, let&rsquo;s choose the two categories fish, and US State:
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">US State: Idaho</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Fish: Pufferfish</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Number: 13</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">@IdahoPufferfish13</li>
</ul>
You can come up with funny and cute usernames using this method. It's also a fantastic creative exercise some people might find entertaining.
&nbsp; &nbsp;
<h3>Use a Username Generator</h3>
If you don't want to waste time coming up with usernames yourself, a username generator is a fantastic option to create unique usernames fast!
Some username generator tools will let you add a prefix, suffix, or number and randomize the rest. This method works well if you're trying to find unique username ideas for a specific industry, like fitness, health, tech, etc.
Some username generators even provide a social media search function to see if your unique username is available on the relevant platforms&mdash;providing you speed and efficiency!
Random username generators are also excellent for security because you avoid familiarity, making it less likely for attackers to find you.
&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Use a Password Generator</h3>
Password generators are great for creating unique username ideas. Password generators produce random strings with letters and numbers, significantly reducing the possibility of someone identifying you.
Try creating a username with TeamPassword's password generator:
<ol>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Visit our <a href="https://teampassword.com/password-generator">free password generator</a></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Deselect symbols (most platforms don't allow symbols in the username. Keep this selected if your platform does allow it!)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Our password generator only allows a minimum of 12 characters. If you need a shorter user name, drop the characters you don't need</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Copy/paste your random username to use when signing up for a new account</li>
</ol>
Remember to use our password generator with uppercase, lowercase, symbols, and numbers to create a secure unique password.&nbsp;
TeamPassword's password manager features a built-in password generator that suggests and pastes a strong password into forms during signup or resets. <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">Sign up for a free 14-day free trial</a> to start managing your usernames and passwords securely.
&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;
<h2>How You Can Secure Your Accounts Using a Password Manager</h2>
Usernames and passwords are the keys to your individual and company accounts. These credentials prevent attackers from breaching your devices, networks, social media, apps, financial services, and more.
Most companies have hundreds of accounts requiring authentication daily. Often team members need to share access, especially for social media, research tools, productivity apps, store accounts, and marketing tools, to name a few.
<a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/secure-password-sharing">Sharing credentials</a> over email, chat, or via spreadsheets exposes your company, clients, employees, and users to many cybersecurity risks. In some states and countries, sharing passwords this way is illegal!
Using a <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">password manager</a> is a secure and efficient way to store and share your company's credentials.
Here are five reasons to choose TeamPassword for your company:
<ol>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Affordable - Enterprise-grade password managers are often expensive. TeamPassword provides small businesses, agencies, and startups with an affordable password management solution.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Secure - TeamPassword is an <a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/what-is-password-encryption-and-how-much-is-enough">accredited secure hosting provider</a> using state-of-the-art encryption technology. We store your passwords using AES-256, trusted by US government agencies and many other organizations globally.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Efficient - Share and revoke access in TeamPassword with a single click. Quickly create passwords using our built-in <a href="https://teampassword.com/password-generator">secure password generator</a>.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Scalable - TeamPassword's plans scale with your business. Start with as few as five members and upgrade your plan as your workforce expands.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Flexible - Employees can sign into accounts using TeamPassword's Chrome, Firefox, or Safari browser extensions&mdash;catering to both Apple and Windows users.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
&nbsp; &nbsp;
<h2>Password Management With TeamPassword</h2>
TeamPassword makes it easy and secure to share credentials with employees, clients, freelancers, and contractors. Everyone gets a separate TeamPassword login to manage access and monitor activity.
TeamPassword encrypts your passwords, making it impossible for employees (or even TeamPassword staff) to preview raw credentials.
&nbsp; &nbsp;
<h3>Sharing Access With Groups</h3>
Add your team to TeamPassword and create groups to share access to your various accounts. If an employee, contractor, or freelancer leaves the team, simply remove them from the group&mdash;no need to worry about changing passwords!
If you're an agency working with multiple clients and accounts, one TeamPassword account is all you need! Just increase your plan accordingly.
&nbsp; &nbsp;
<h3>Activity Logging</h3>
Keep track of TeamPassword activity, just like an enterprise password manager does. Monitor logins, password changes, credential sharing, and more to spot suspicious activity.
TeamPassword also lets you set up email notifications&mdash;helpful in monitoring sensitive accounts or specific actions, like sharing or adding new users.
&nbsp; &nbsp;
<h3>Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)</h3>
Enabling 2FA on your TeamPassword account prevents attackers from gaining access, even if they steal your employee's username and password.
TeamPassword uses the Google Authenticator app (iOS &amp; Android), requiring a six-digital randomly generated code as the second authentication step. Without the employee's device, hackers can't complete TeamPassword authentication.
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;
<h2>Start With a Free Trial</h2>
Coming up with unique username ideas isn't enough to protect your company's digital assets from attack. Protect your company's usernames and passwords with <a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">TeamPassword</a>.
<a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial">Sign up for a 14-day free trial</a> to test our robust and efficient sharing features with your team today!

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So you think hackers have stolen your password? You're not the only one. 
Perhaps you've noticed strange activity on your email account or frequent pop-ups on your computer. Perhaps it's just a hunch. 
But how can you know&nbsp;for sure?
There are many warning signs that you've been the victim of a data hack:
<ul>
<li>Your device is slower than normal.</li>
<li>You use more data than normal.</li>
<li>Videos take longer to load.</li>
<li>You received an email notification about a password change you didn't make.</li>
<li>An online account no longer accepts your password.</li>
</ul>
However, hackers can steal your passwords and identity&nbsp;without you ever knowing. That's why it's so difficult to tell if you're the victim of a hack.
This guide will help you work out if hackers have stolen your information and tell you how to stop it from happening again.&nbsp;
Prevent hackers from stealing your data by incorporating TeamPassword into your tech stack. This password manager for teams comes with a range of security features like two-step verification and password encryption.&nbsp;<a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sign up for a free trial</a>&nbsp;today.&nbsp;

<h2>Have I Been Hacked? How Do I Know?</h2>
There are various ways to tell whether hackers have access to your information:
<ul>
<li>Look for unusual activity on your account. This activity includes logins to your social media accounts from unfamiliar locations or mass messages sent from your email account.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Look for security emails from account providers that warn about failed login attempts or password changes you didn't make.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Look for changes in performance on the devices, apps, and websites you use. For example, see if videos take longer to buffer than normal.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Look at your browser's password manager (if you use one) and check that nobody has changed these credentials.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
All the above can be a guessing game. You might have a feeling that you're the victim of a hack but don't know for sure. 
Checking a stolen password list like "Have I Been Pwned" clears up some of the confusion. This tool searches across multiple data breaches &mdash; when hackers take stolen passwords and usernames and post them online &mdash; to see if cybercriminals have compromised your personal information. 
Here's how to use this stolen password list:
<ol>
<li>Enter your email address on the main page.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Click "pwned."</li>
<li>The website will search thousands of databases to see if hackers have stolen your personal information.</li>
<li>If you receive the "Oh no &ndash; Pwned!" message, it means hackers have posted sensitive information associated with your email address (passwords, addresses, phone numbers, etc.) somewhere online.</li>
<li>If you receive the "Good news &ndash; no pwnage found!" message, it means the website could not find your information on the internet.&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
Note: Just because the website can't find your data on the internet, it doesn't mean hackers haven't compromised your personal information.
Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/password-manager-for-small-businesses" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Password Manager for Small Businesses</a>

<h2>Which Passwords Did Hackers Steal?</h2>
Establish which passwords hackers stole in a data breach so you can take quick action. Websites like "Have I Been Pwned"&nbsp;won't&nbsp;tell you which passwords are at risk. You'll only learn whether hackers have compromised the data associated with a particular email address. 
Note: Sometimes, hackers might have access to your email address and other personal information but not your password. It's hard to know for sure.&nbsp;
If hackers have access to your data, it's a good idea to change&nbsp;all passwords&nbsp;associated with the compromised email address. If you use your email address for several online accounts, change the passwords for these services. Updating these passwords might take you a while, and remembering the new passwords leads to additional problems. (Keep reading to find a solution.)
Here are some other tips:
<ul>
<li>When choosing new passwords, use combinations of lowercase letters, uppercase letters, numbers, and symbols. Passwords that use all these elements are stronger than those that don't.</li>
<li>Don't write your passwords down because this increases the risk of identity theft.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Don't tell anyone your new passwords.</li>
</ul>
Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/the-most-secure-way-to-share-passwords" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Most Secure Way to Share Passwords</a>.

<h2>How Common Is a Data Hack?</h2>
More common than you think. Hackers were responsible for more than 4,000 attacks every day in 2020, and the total number of compromised records exceeded 37 billion. That's a 141% increase from 2019. Much of this compromised data appears on the dark web, where cybercriminals use it to facilitate illegal activities such as identity theft and money laundering.&nbsp;
If you have been the subject of a data hack, you are not alone. However, it's important to act quickly to prevent hackers from accessing your personal or financial accounts.&nbsp;
There are other types of cybercrime to consider. Cybercriminals use techniques like phishing, where they impersonate people online and trick victims into handing over their personal information. Phishing now accounts for more than 80% of all cybersecurity incidents, and criminals steal $17,700 every minute in these attacks.&nbsp;

<h2>What Kind of Information Do Hackers Steal?</h2>
Hackers steal all kinds of personal and financial information:
<ul>
<li>Names</li>
<li>Email addresses</li>
<li>Usernames</li>
<li>Passwords</li>
<li>Addresses</li>
<li>Phone numbers</li>
<li>Bank account details</li>
<li>Credit card numbers</li>
<li>Social Security numbers</li>
<li>Insurance information&nbsp;</li>
<li>IRS information</li>
<li>Photos</li>
<li>Private message</li>
<li>SMS messages</li>
</ul>
Nothing is off-limits for hackers, and these criminals go to great lengths to steal your data. Once they have access to the information above, hackers can transfer money from your bank accounts, use your identity to apply for financing, and damage your credit file.&nbsp;
Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://teampassword.com/blog/the-scariest-data-breaches-of-all-time" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Scariest Data Breaches of All Time</a>.
TeamPassword is the best password manager for teams. Features include two-step verification, password encryption, easy password sharing, and more.&nbsp;<a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Get a free trial now</a>&nbsp;and learn how TeamPassword keeps you safe online.&nbsp;

<h2>Have I Been Hacked? How to Stay Safe.</h2>
There are several ways to improve online security and prevent hackers from accessing your personal information:
<ul>
<li>Use the latest security software and apps when using devices and browsing the internet.</li>
<li>Carry out regular risk assessments where you evaluate your security software.</li>
<li>Back up personal data to a reputable cloud service instead of keeping it on your device.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Don't share personal information with other people.</li>
<li>Create a security management strategy for your organization and share it with all team members.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Using a password manager is another way to stay safe online. The best ones encrypt your online passwords so hackers can't access these credentials, and you can keep passwords in a secure cloud-based vault and not have to remember them. There are various password managers online, including free ones available through most internet browsers, but not all tools are the same.&nbsp;
If you work alongside a team, consider TeamPassword. It's the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.teampassword.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">password manager for teams</a>&nbsp;that require world-class security and performance. This all-in-one password solution helps teams like yours store, manage, and share passwords in the safest way possible.&nbsp;

<h2>How Can TeamPassword Help?</h2>
TeamPassword prevents hackers from stealing your organization's most sensitive data with an incredible range of password management features. Enterprises of all sizes use TeamPassword to manage passwords, including tech startups, digital marketing agencies, creative agencies, and software and development teams.
Here are some&nbsp;<a href="https://teampassword.com/features" target="_blank" rel="noopener">TeamPassword features</a>&nbsp;that prevent situations involving a stolen password:
<ul>
<li>Random password generation that creates unique passwords for websites.</li>
<li>Two-step password verification.</li>
<li>Activity and logging tools so you can discover who has access to password management features.</li>
<li>Secure encryption technology.</li>
<li>Email notifications about password management actions.</li>
<li>Passwords stored securely in one place. </li>
</ul>
<h2>Final Word</h2>
If you're looking for the answer to the question, "Have I been hacked?" it's difficult to know for sure. Preventing hackers from compromising your data in the first place provides a better resolution. TeamPassword lets you store and manage passwords in a secure environment and minimize the effects of a stolen password so you can avoid hackers stealing your data and continue to collaborate on team projects.&nbsp;
With features like password encryption, two-step authentication, and random password generation, TeamPassword is the best password management solution for teams that want to improve online security.&nbsp;<a href="https://app.teampassword.com/dashboard#signup/testimonial" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sign up for a free trial</a>&nbsp;now.

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