I Just Forgot my Email Password that I Created/Changed Today

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the challenges of remembering email passwords, personal strategies for password management, and experiences related to password recovery. Participants share their methods for handling multiple accounts and the implications of forgetting passwords, including security concerns and recovery options.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses frustration over frequently forgetting email passwords and not using recovery methods.
  • Another suggests reconsidering password management strategies, emphasizing the importance of having recovery options.
  • Some participants mention using password managers or saving passwords in secure formats, like Excel spreadsheets, to manage numerous accounts.
  • Concerns are raised about the security of passwords and the effectiveness of two-step verification as a protective measure.
  • Experiences are shared regarding the frequency of password resets and the challenges posed by increased security measures from email providers.
  • A participant recounts a significant loss of access to an old college email account and discusses potential recovery methods.
  • There are observations about recent changes in security protocols that may affect access to accounts, including increased requests for passwords and captcha verifications.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the best methods for password management, with various strategies and experiences presented. Some agree on the importance of recovery methods, while others highlight the effectiveness of password managers or personal systems. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the optimal approach to handling forgotten passwords.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention varying experiences with password management, including the number of accounts they manage and the frequency of password resets. There are also references to personal security practices and the potential risks associated with different methods of storing passwords.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be useful for individuals seeking strategies for managing multiple email accounts, those interested in password security practices, and anyone experiencing difficulties with password recovery.

  • #31
Mark44 said:
To help me keep them straight, I have them all listed on an Excel spreadsheet, ...
Same for me but with a word processor file.
 
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  • #32
dlgoff said:
Same for me but with a word processor file.
Both of you guys (@Mark44 and @dlgoff) are better than I am about that.
 
  • #33
I keep all my passwords written in a small book, which I keep in my pocket. The probability of the book being stolen is so small as to be insignificant, since any thief would be targeting my wallet and/or phone, rather than a book.
 
  • #34
darth boozer said:
I keep all my passwords written in a small book, which I keep in my pocket. The probability of the book being stolen is so small as to be insignificant, since any thief would be targeting my wallet and/or phone, rather than a book.
I think that you can't rightly be sure of that.
 
  • #35
darth boozer said:
I keep all my passwords written in a small book, which I keep in my pocket. The probability of the book being stolen is so small as to be insignificant, since any thief would be targeting my wallet and/or phone, rather than a book.
The thief will take anything he finds in your pocket. And if that is your notebook,...
 
  • #36
darth boozer said:
I keep all my passwords written in a small book, which I keep in my pocket. The probability of the book being stolen is so small as to be insignificant, since any thief would be targeting my wallet and/or phone, rather than a book.
More likely is that you will forget to take it out of your clothes pocket one day, and it will end up going through the clothes washing machine... :oops:
 
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  • #37
berkeman said:
More likely is that you will forget to take it out of your clothes pocket one day, and it will end up going through the clothes washing machine...
How about writing them on your underpants in Sharpie?
 
  • #38
As long as it's not a poison pen... :wink:
 

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