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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

9/ Bottom line: convenience wins until a breach lands. Move critical accounts to unique passwords, turn on MFA, and let a password manager like NordPass handle the rest 👉 nordpass.com

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

8/ National quirks: 33 % of German reusers say “Never had a breach, so I’m fine.” In the US, 60 % blame too many logins.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

7/ Generation gap: Gen Z shows the highest reuse rate, but Baby Boomers spread each reused password across the most accounts.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

6/ It gets riskier: among people with only 1–2 go-to passwords, 50% skip any tweak. Of that group, 42–44 % in the US/UK and 36 % in Germany reuse those basics on 5 + sites.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

5/ About two-thirds claim they “change” reused passwords, but most edits are not really edits: adding ‘1’, ‘!’ or swapping 2024 for 2025. Attackers script those patterns first. If you can devise the tweak in seconds, so can their bots.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

4/ Why reuse? “Easier to remember” tops the chart in the US (57 %) and Germany (54 %). In the UK, the same amount of respondents fear forgetting unique strings. A password manager solves both: generates strong passwords and autofills them so you never memorise them.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

3/ 20% of reusers use that one favourite password across 10 + sites: social, banking, work.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

2/ 3 reused passwords cover most of those 130 logins. Lose 1 and dozens of accounts unlock at once. Quick self-check: write down every password you can recall unaided. If the list is under 10, you’re — vulnerable.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

1/ 🧵 Surveying 3 000 adults in the United States, United Kingdom and Germany we found people manage around 130 online accounts. Under that load, 59 % of Americans, 58 % of Britons and 49 % of Germans reuse passwords. Let’s see what else we found 👇

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

That’s the first quarter all wrapped up ✅ We’ve kept ourselves busy with new projects like granular policies and exciting updates for #iOS18. We’ve also garnered knowledge about cybersecurity and AI threats thanks to our team of experts 🧠 Read more in our blog ➡️ nordpass.com/blog/product...

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Catch up with NordPass in Q1 of 2025

From media appearances to feature upgrades – learn what the NordPass team has been up to in the first quarter of 2025.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

16/ It’s a feature that gets smarter. Curious to see it in action? Try NordPass today and experience autofill that’s not just convenient but also secure, and endlessly improving 👉 nordpass.com

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Securely Store, Manage & Autofill Passwords

NordPass password manager remembers complex passwords, auto-fills logins and online forms and lets you access it all from anywhere. Even when you’re offline.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

15/ Autofill’s consistent reliability also comes from constant iteration: - Adding new rules and keywords to adapt to evolving web standards. - Retraining models when patterns change. - Improving submit button detection to refine form boundaries.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

14/ And lastly, there’s the matter of massive forms. Some websites think it’s a great idea to stuff 50,000 characters of text into a single form, just like that. (Why? Who knows?) NordPass is designed to skip the bloat and opt for alternative solutions, to avoid slowing your browser.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

13/ The ability to revisit forms dynamically allows autofill to stay one step ahead – even when forms aren’t cooperative. We constantly fine-tune this process, adapting to the ever changing quirks of contemporary web design.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

12/ But there’s more that Autofill has to deal with: Animations and boundary detection errors. When fields load via animations or after interactions, the system re-scans in real-time to ensure accuracy.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

11/ This way, NordPass autofill stays secure and accurate, minimising risk while consistently improving through iteration and updates.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

10/ If the model is confident enough, autofill works. If not? Nothing happens. NordPass doesn’t gamble with bad guesses. For example, if the top probability is only 40%, autofill won’t act. The system uses thresholds to ensure reliability.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

9/ Once labeled, forms are converted into numerical vectors – essentially, a way to feed them into the ML model without making the model weep. The classifier uses a softmax as the last activation function (which, despite sounding cuddly, is just math) to assign probabilities to form types.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

8/ What is a username? Is it an email?A phone number? A name? All of the above? Neither? These human decisions guide the ML model, making it smarter over time. It’s teamwork – humans provide judgment and adaptability, algorithms handle speed.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

7/ And when forms get too weird, NordPass engineers step in (yes the real flesh-and-blood humans) to manually label and define the rules to teach the ML model what’s what. This process is both painstaking and strangely philosophical.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

6/ But some forms are, like, really ambiguous. Take AWS forms, for instance. One field might say “Account Name” and another “Email” and there might be one labeled “Phone number.” Care to guess which one’s the username? It’s not always obvious.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

5/ Here’s how it does that: - It looks for submit buttons to figure out where the form begins and ends. - It extracts features like password fields, text inputs, and links. - It even recognizes different languages.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

4/ Now you’re thinking: “OK, so why not just fix the forms?” That’s cute. That’s like asking why we don’t just fix the internet. NordPass does the next best thing: It embraces the chaos.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

3/ You see, web forms are not as cooperative as you’d think. They’re chaotic, inconsistent, and often downright antagonistic ML-wise. Some forms hide fields behind animations. Some lack clear boundaries, lumping unrelated fields together.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

2/ Autofill is not magic. It’s a Machine Learning (ML) powered classifier that stares at a form like a puzzled student over a test: “Two inputs. One says password. What am I looking at?” “Login? Registration? Help.” And yet, it gets it right.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

1/ Autofill is one of those things you rarely think about. It’s click, fill, done. But behind the scenes is a system juggling bad HTML, hidden fields, and the occasional philosophical debate about what a "username" even is. Let’s break it down 🧵

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

14/ And remember: it’s not just about this tax season. Cybersecurity is an ongoing effort. Small changes in how you manage your online presence can have a big impact on your peace of mind all year long.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

12/ Cyber crooks are more sophisticated than ever, but so are the tools and strategies for protecting yourself. A few simple steps can save you months of stress, lost funds, and compromised data.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

11/ Finally: multi-factor authentication (MFA). Activate MFA on your IRS account. It adds an extra layer of protection beyond your password, requiring a second form of verification, like a text or app code.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

10/ Next up: unique passwords. If you’re still using “TaxTime2023,” it’s high time you reconsidered. Mix letters, numbers, symbols. Better yet, use a password manager to generate and store a secure password.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

9/ So, let’s take charge. First line of defense: being acutely aware of phishing traps. The IRS won’t email or text you for personal information. If a link screams “CLICK NOW!” with lots of exclamation points, it’s probably a red flag.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

8/ According to the IRS, thousands of taxpayers fall victim to refund fraud every year. The harm isn’t just financial; resolving fraud cases can take months and delay your legitimate refunds. Prevention is far easier than recovery.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

7/ Let's break it down. An unsecured IRS account can lead to identity theft, tax fraud, or even account takeover. Cybercriminals can file false returns in your name, reroute refunds, and cause a logistical nightmare when you try to resolve it.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

6/ Direct File lets eligible taxpayers file their federal returns directly through the IRS, for free. With the new expansion, the Treasury Department estimates over 30 million taxpayers are now eligible to use this service.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

5/ For 2025, the IRS expanded Direct File from 12 to 25 states. This is a big step toward making free, direct filing an option for millions of taxpayers.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

4/ So by 2001, about 30% of returns went electronic. Fast-forward to 2024: 90% were e-filed, all 165 million of them, totaling $3.5T in refunds, credits, and liabilities.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

3/ Tax filing wasn’t always a “click and send” affair. Decades ago, we relied on paper forms and in-person submissions. Electronic filing tiptoed in during the late ’80s – though convincing everyone it was safe took a minute (or a decade), but maybe those concerns were valid?

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

2/ Your IRS account holds gold: income details, Social Security number, refund info. If someone else gains access, the consequences aren’t just inconvenient. They’re costly.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

1/ The IRS has spoken: January 27 marks the start of the 2025 filing season. April 15 is the deadline for most – October 15 if you love suspense. Let’s talk about what’s new this year – and why your account security needs a glow-up 🧵

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

15/ Here's the thing: want a more secure workplace? Start by reducing cognitive overload. The human brain is your most important security asset — and your biggest vulnerability. Give it a break.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

14/ Why a password manager? Because the less your team has to think about security, the more secure they’ll actually be. It’s not rocket science. It’s cognitive science. Check out our blog post on password fatigue and learn more 👉 nordpass.com/blog/how-man...

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How many passwords does the average person have?

Have you ever wondered how many passwords the average person has online? A recent NordPass survey reveals that the number has increased by nearly 70% to 168.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

13/ Enter NordPass: think of it as a mental decluttering tool for the digital world. ✅ No more memorizing dozens of passwords. ✅ Autofills logins, reducing time and stress. ✅ Generates strong, complex passwords on the go.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

12/ So, what’s the fix? It’s not about longer training sessions or more complicated passwords. It’s about reducing the mental load on your team. Security needs to be seamless. Easy. Effortless.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

11/ The average person juggles over 100 passwords across work and personal accounts. It’s no wonder they start cutting corners. But let’s be clear – people aren’t lazy. They’re overwhelmed.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

10/ Ok, real talk: if your team is drowning in tasks, meetings, and all that office jazz, passwords become a low priority. And who can blame them? Remembering “7w#q8@1Gh” isn’t exactly top of mind when there’s a project deadline looming.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

9/ Hackers know this and so they don’t just hack systems – they hack minds. It’s called cognitive hacking, and it exploits stress, confusion, and urgency. Ever wonder why phishing emails always scream “URGENT” in caps? It’s no coincidence.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

8/ And what happens next? People take shortcuts. They create weak passwords, reuse them across accounts, or (the classic move) write them on a sticky note. Passwords become the last thing on their minds.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

7/ There’s also authentication fatigue, decision fatigue, alert fatigue, and even password fatigue. Each type chips away at your brainpower. By the time you’ve dealt with all of these, your mental defenses are shot.

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NordPass @nordpass.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

6/ 📊 Stat: According to Verizon’s 2024 DBIR, it takes just 21 seconds for someone to click on a phishing link once they’ve opened the email. It takes another 28 seconds for them to enter their credentials. Think about that. Less than a minute to compromise your company.

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