RoboForm: Absolutely the Best Password Manager

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Stores Log-ins and Fills Forms Quickly and Easily

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Password Managers:

It seems as if people have issues with lost passwords on a daily basis. I cannot believe there are people out there who still are not using password managers. There are many password managers from which to choose, some free and some paid, and some are most definitely better than others.

What is a Password Manager?  Simply put, it is an application that stores a database of your username and passwords.The better ones also include form-filling capabilities, so you can enter your information into a log-in form with a single click.  Most will also generate strong passwords for you. They are basically electronic safes for your digital personal information.  They are handy-dandy little things, especially in light of all the usernames and passwords a typical person needs to remember these days.  And having to reset passwords can be a real PITA, especially when you are short on time.  That is why if you're not using a Password Manager, I suggest you choose one and start using it immediately.

But don't pick just ANY Password Manager.  This IS your Personal Information, after all.  You don't want to trust the WRONG software with such valuable data.  You need to ensure the one YOU pick is secure and not easily hacked.

Android Tip: Backup Your Important "Phone Stuff" to Google

Set Your Android Phone to Backup to Google

Protect Your Contact Lists and Photos

Almost every day, I see someone post something to this effect on Facebook: "I got a new phone and lost all my numbers.  Please message me yours."  And I always reply "Just retrieve your contacts from your Google account."  This is one of the most powerful features of Android: it backs almost everything up to Google, so long as you turn sync on.

I cannot tell you how many times an SD card has crapped out with all my mobile photos on it.  I never worry though.  I just log into my Google Photos account and there they are.  And when I get a new phone, I just log in to my Google account on it, and I get all of my stuff back.  Yes, my contacts, calendar, apps, etc. are all restored with a couple of taps.

Now, in order to effectively use an android phone, you NEED to have a google account.  They are free, and Google allows you to have more than one.  And you may set up more than one Google account on an android device.  (I have 2 on my phone.) If you already have a GMail account, you can just use that.  If not, you will need to set one up.  (And, yes, you can do this right on your smartphone.)

This post will walk you through setting up sync on a new android. If you already have an android phone, follow the steps to ensure you have things set up correctly.  Things may be located in different places according to your version of Android.  But fortunately, it is similar for all.  You just may need to explore menus a little to find the appropriate submenu. This routine also applies to Android Tablets.  (Most anything that is not an iPhone or iPad is Android based, with the exception of Fire Tablets.)