Have you ever had Apple Passwords generate a new password that didn’t end up being saved correctly? Sometimes a website crashes at the wrong moment, or uses protocols that don’t exactly play nice with ...

Stop forcing symbols into your passwords. The advice that shaped online security for years no longer reflects how attackers operate, and clinging to those old rules creates more risk than protection.

Plus: The cybersecurity community grapples with Epstein files revelations, the US State Department plans an online anti-censorship “portal” for the world, and more. Fears about possible drug cartel ...

Jake Peterson is Lifehacker’s Tech Editor, and has been covering tech news and how-tos for nearly a decade. His team covers all things technology, including AI, smartphones, computers, game consoles, ...

Facepalm: As we continue waiting for it to find a cure for cancer, it seems there's something else that AI isn't very good at: generating passwords. New research suggests that asking large language ...

The era of AI has not been particularly great for cybersecurity. We know that vibe-coded websites and apps have been a hotbed of security flaws that leave the platforms vulnerable to attacks. It turns ...

People are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence for day-to-day tasks, including creating passwords, but what feels like a clever shortcut could actually put your security at risk. Most of ...

Creating strong passwords means balancing security with memorability, so your accounts stay safe without needing a sticky note on your monitor. Password security tips now favor passphrases—long ...

BRADENTON, Fla. — Spencer Horwitz marveled at the home run display by a group of hitters that included Jhostynxon Garcia while standing on the infield Saturday at Pirate City during batting practice.

Jake Peterson is Lifehacker’s Tech Editor, and has been covering tech news and how-tos for nearly a decade. His team covers all things technology, including AI, smartphones, computers, game consoles, ...

Password manager software has transformed digital security, moving beyond simple lists of usernames and passwords to encrypted vaults with cloud sync, TOTP generation, and breach monitoring. Modern ...