How to Create Secure Passwords That Are Actually Easy to Remember

Abisai Hernandez
Jun 16
3 min read

Once again, you're being asked to change your password and you're not sure whether to use your cat’s name, the date of your last BBQ, or just throw the keyboard across the room? Don’t worry, you’re not alone.

This article isn’t here to judge or give you impossible rules. Quite the opposite: we want to help you discover how to create secure passwords that are actually easy to remember, without drama, stress, or sacrificing your security.

Why Secure Passwords Still Matter in 2025

Yes, we get it: it’s 2025. Shouldn’t passwords be a thing of the past by now? But nope. Despite facial recognition, fingerprints, and those magical SMS codes, passwords are still the first line of defense for most of your accounts.

Why secure passwords still matter in 2025: cyberattacks haven’t slowed down, they’ve become more automated and sophisticated. Cybercriminals use leaked password databases, software that tests millions of combinations per minute, and social engineering to guess your credentials.

A weak password could be the entry point to your email, cloud documents, social media, and in extreme cases, your finances. No exaggeration: a weak password can affect your real life. So it better be a strong one.

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What Makes a Password "Secure" Anyway?

“MyName123” doesn’t cut it anymore.

What makes a password "secure" anyway? It should check these boxes:

Long: The longer, the better. Aim for at least 12 characters.
Complex but logical: Mix letters, numbers, and symbols — without going overboard.
Unique for each account: Don’t reuse passwords.
Nothing personal: Avoid names, birthdays, addresses — anything easy to guess.

A password like SurpriseGift#2024 is much stronger than Pedro1989. And it’s easier to remember if it has personal but non-obvious context.

A woman sits on a red couch with a laptop on her lap, looking confused while facing a pop-up window that displays a password recovery form via email. The image highlights the frustration and common process of recovering forgotten passwords.

3 Simple Ways to Create Memorable Passwords

Here’s the good part: you don’t need to be a robot or have a memory like an elephant. Here are 3 simple ways to create memorable passwords that anyone can use:

1. Use a Passphrase

Forget single words. Think of a sentence that makes sense to you. For example:

MyDogLovesBurgers2025! or SaturdaysAreMovieNights#

These passphrases are long, include uppercase letters, numbers, symbols, and have context. Plus, they’re easy to remember — and honestly, who doesn’t love a good burger or movie night?

2. Initials Method

Take a phrase you like and use only the initials:

“Today is a great day to work on my goals” → Tiagdtwomg!

This trick works great because you remember the full phrase, but no one else can guess the initials.

3. Visual Patterns

Are you a visual thinker? Use keyboard patterns. Example:

Qaz!xsw@(This is a diagonal on the keyboard, easy to recall once you’ve typed it a few times. Works especially well on U.S. keyboard layouts.)

3 simple ways to create memorable passwords like these can change how you view digital security: no fear, no fuss.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

A password can seem strong... until it’s not. Here are the common mistakes to avoid when creating passwords:

Reusing them. Same password for everything? Big mistake. If one site gets hacked, the rest fall like dominoes.
Using personal info. Birthdays, kids’ names, license plates — all searchable on social media.
Choosing obvious passwords. 123456, password, admin, qwerty... all belong in the hack hall of fame.

Tip: If you’ve ever used one of these and feel a bit embarrassed… you’re in good company. We’ve all been there! But today’s a good day to change that.

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Bonus: Should You Use a Password Generator?

Should you use a password generator? Good question. Here's a quick take with pros and cons:

✅ Pros:

Creates passwords that are nearly impossible to guess
Helps prevent repetition
Ideal for important sites (like banking or work email)

❌ Cons:

Impossible to memorize (who can recall 3@G!j73kL9^b?)
You absolutely need a password manager to store them

The ideal combo: use password generators along with a reliable and secure password manager, such as Bitwarden, 1Password, or Proton Pass. These tools encrypt all your vault data end to end and even protect the encryption keys. Unlike browser based options like Google’s built in manager which only encrypts locally and not on its servers independent managers offer much stronger and more professional grade security.

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Your Password Can Be Strong Without Being a Headache

Creating secure passwords doesn’t have to feel like divine punishment. With a few mindset shifts and smart tools, you can protect your info without stress or confusion.

Remember: it’s not about perfection, it’s about staying one step ahead.

Ready to Level Up Your Security?

At Cloudigan, we help people like you protect their data the simple, stress free way. We can guide you on better password practices or help you choose the right password manager for your team or business.