Choosing a strong password

What makes a password weak

Short passwords, dictionary words, keyboard patterns like '123456' or 'qwerty', and anything reused from another account are all weak in practice, even if they technically meet the six-character minimum.

What makes a password strong

Length matters more than complexity rules — a longer passphrase made of a few unrelated words is both stronger and easier to remember than a short string of substituted symbols. Uniqueness matters too: a password used only on Orbit can't be compromised by a breach somewhere else.

• Longer beats clever — aim well beyond six characters
• Don't reuse a password from any other site
• Avoid personal details someone could guess from your profile
• A password manager removes the need to remember unique passwords yourself

Changing your password

Go to Settings and choose the password option. You'll enter your new password, which must meet the six-character minimum. If you signed up through Google, there's no separate Orbit password to set — your Google account controls sign-in instead.

After changing it

Once changed, use the new password the next time you sign in on any other device. If you suspect the old password was exposed, treat the change as urgent rather than routine.

Frequently asked questions

Is six characters actually safe?

It's the minimum Orbit enforces, not a recommendation — go longer for real protection.

Can I reuse my old password when changing it?

You can, but it defeats the purpose if you're changing it because of a suspected exposure.

What if I signed up with Google and want a password?

Google-linked accounts sign in through Google, so there's no separate Orbit password to create.