Set up passwords and 2-step verification
Strong passwords ensure that the only people with access to your account are you and the people you choose.
2-step verification (2SV) requires an extra step to prove your identity when you sign in. After you enter your password, you have to prove that you have access to a separate account like your email or a physical device like your phone. Some people may refer to this as multifactor authentication (MFA) or two-factor authentication (2FA).
Why do I need strong passwords or 2-step verification?
Your GoDaddy account is very valuable. It can hold your customers' personal information, domains that can be sold or transferred, and hosting that can be configured for illegal activities. On the dark web, your GoDaddy account is worth about 100x your Facebook account.
A strong password is the first and most important line of defense. 2-step verification provides an additional layer of security that is very hard to penetrate: Someone might get their hands on your secure password, but what are the chances of someone getting your secure password and access to your phone or email account?
What's a strong password?
A strong password is hard for others to guess. Here are some tips for creating strong passwords:
- Use different types of characters.
- Make the password as long as practical.
- Don’t use personally identifiable terms, such as your name or birthdate.
- Avoid using common words or phrases. If you use an identifiable word in your password, consider spelling it wrong.
For more, we've got a Help article that explains how to create and remember your strong passwords.
How do I enable 2-step verification?
Learn how to enable 2-step verification for your GoDaddy accounts by checking out these links:
- GoDaddy: Enable or disable 2-step verification for your GoDaddy account
- WordPress: Setting up two-factor authentication for WordPress
- Microsoft 365: Enable or disable multi-factor authentication (MFA)
How can I keep my passwords safe?
Never save or share passwords, or use the same password for multiple accounts. Change your passwords regularly.
Because remembering a different strong password for everything you sign in to isn't easy, consider using a password manager to keep track of your passwords and where you use them.
What's a password manager?
Password managers allow you to store, generate, and manage passwords for all your accounts. They can also let you know when it’s time to change a password and help you through the process. For more, see this article on password security and password managers.