Passwords
Your account password is the first gate to PrivateDocs AI. Treat it like a key to a vault that holds sensitive files.
Why passwords matter
PrivateDocs AI runs locally on your machine, but your account still controls access to the app and synced account settings. A weak or reused password makes it easier for someone else to sign in as you from another device or after a breach elsewhere.
What makes a password strong
- Length: Aim for at least 16 characters. Longer is better than complex but short.
- Uniqueness: Use a password you do not reuse on other sites. If another service leaks passwords, attackers often try those same passwords here.
- Randomness: Avoid predictable phrases, birthdays, or product names. Random passphrases or generated strings resist guessing.
- Mixed characters: Include upper and lower case, numbers, and symbols if your generator supports them — but length and uniqueness matter more than exotic rules.
Use a password manager
A password manager creates and stores strong, unique passwords so you only remember one strong master password (or use a hardware key where supported). That reduces the temptation to reuse passwords or write them on sticky notes.
When you change your PrivateDocs AI password, update the saved entry in your manager immediately so you are not locked out after a browser or OS update clears local fields.
Recovery and resets
If you forget your password, use the "Forgot password" flow on the sign-in page. You will need access to your account email. Keep that email account secured with its own strong password and, where available, two-factor authentication.
Next: Two-factor authentication adds another layer on top of a strong password.