Passwords & 2FA
Passwords, the right way.
Passphrases, password managers, authenticator apps. Why SMS 2FA is dying and what to replace it with.
Modules
What you’ll learn
Passphrase strategy
Why “4 random words” beats P@ssw0rd!.
Password managers
1Password, Bitwarden, Proton Pass: chosen for African use cases.
Authenticator apps
Switching from SMS 2FA to TOTP without losing access.
Hardware keys
YubiKey & Google Titan: when they’re worth the cost.
Passkeys
The post-password future and which African banks support them today.
Recovery codes
Storing recovery codes safely on Android and iOS.
Common questions
Quick answers
- It’s better than nothing, but vulnerable to SIM swap. Move to an authenticator app or passkey wherever possible.
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