Hotmail password rules

Hotmail, now known as Outlook.com, has some password rules that you should be aware of to ensure your account remains secure. Here are the current password rules for Hotmail/Outlook.com:

1. Length: Your password must be at least 8 characters long.
2. Complexity: Your password must contain a mix of:
   • Uppercase letters (A-Z)
   • Lowercase letters (a-z)
   • Numbers (0-9)
   • Special characters (!, @, #, $, etc.)
3. No common words: Your password cannot be a common word or phrase, including proper nouns, dictionary words, and words that can be found in a dictionary.
4. No sequential characters: Your password cannot contain sequential characters, such as "abc" or "123".
5. No repeated characters: Your password cannot contain repeated characters, such as "aaa" or "111".
6. No spaces: Your password cannot contain spaces.
7. No special characters at the beginning or end: Your password cannot start or end with a special character.

Additionally, it's recommended to:

• Use a unique password for your Hotmail/Outlook.com account and not reuse it for other accounts.
• Change your password regularly (every 60-90 days is a good rule of thumb).
• Use a password manager to generate and store unique, complex passwords for all your accounts.

Remember, a strong password is essential to keeping your account secure. If you're having trouble creating a strong password, you can try using a password generator or a password manager to help you create a unique and complex password.