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Security Tips

Practical steps your team can take to protect your Annature account, from MFA to password hygiene.

Strong security doesn’t need to be complicated. With a few simple habits, you can safeguard your Annature account, protect sensitive documents, and reduce the risk of unauthorised access.

Below are some practical, everyday steps you and your team can take to stay secure.

Use Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

2FA adds an essential extra layer of security to your Annature login.
Instead of relying solely on a password, you’ll also need a second form of verification — usually a one-time code sent to your mobile device.

This makes it significantly harder for anyone to access your account, even if they somehow obtain your password.

Benefits of enabling 2FA

  • Enhanced security
    A compromised password alone won’t grant access.

  • Protection against phishing
    Even if you accidentally share your password, the attacker won’t have the second factor.

  • Compliance-ready
    Many industries require 2FA to meet modern security and privacy standards.

Encourage your entire team to enable 2FA to ensure organisation-wide protection.
Learn how to enable 2FA here.

Change Your Password Regularly

While 2FA is your strongest defence, keeping your password fresh and secure plays an important role too.

Changing your password every few months helps reduce long-term risk — especially if your old password was reused elsewhere or stored on a device you no longer use.

Tips for creating a strong password

  • Use a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols

  • Avoid predictable words or common patterns

  • Aim for at least 12 characters

Regular password updates make it harder for attackers to maintain access and support compliance in industries that require frequent credential changes.
Learn how to change your password here.

Be Cautious When Using Shared Computers

Shared devices — whether in coworking spaces, offices, or home environments — introduce additional risks.
A few small precautions can prevent your account from being accessed by someone else.

Security tips for shared devices

  • Always log out of Annature (and any other accounts) when finished

  • Never save passwords or allow browsers to auto-fill your login

  • Clear browser history, cookies, and cache after each session

  • Use private or incognito mode to avoid storing browsing data

  • Ensure 2FA is enabled to protect your account even if credentials are leaked

These steps help ensure no trace of your session is left behind.

Use a Password Manager

A password manager is one of the simplest and most effective tools for maintaining strong security.
It securely stores your passwords, generates complex ones for you, and helps you avoid the risks that come with weak or reused passwords.

Why use a password manager?

  • Stronger security
    Avoid weak or repeated passwords across accounts.

  • Convenience
    Remember just one master password — the manager handles the rest.

  • Auto-generate complex passwords
    Create strong, unique passwords with a single click.

Popular password managers

  • LastPass

  • 1Password

  • NordPass

  • Google Password Manager

Getting started

  1. Choose a password manager and install it on your devices

  2. Create an account with a strong, unique master password

  3. Import or generate secure passwords for all your accounts

  4. Update your Annature password and save it in the manager for quick, safe access

Using a password manager is one of the easiest ways to dramatically improve your online security — and keep your Annature account protected.

Implementing these simple practices will help safeguard your documents, your team, and your organisation.

Security is a shared responsibility, and with these steps in place, you can work confidently knowing your Annature account is well protected.

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