Tip icon. Did you forget your password? Read our help article that explains how to reset a forgotten CompuServe password.
 

Your password gives you access to your CompuServe account and services and should be like a fingerprint—uniquely yours. It's a good idea to update your password regularly.

1. Sign in to your account security page.
2. Click Change password.

Image of the change password link on the account security page.

4. Click Continue.
5. Click Ok, got it.

Tips to create a strong password

A strong password is your first line of defense against intruders and imposters. Keep these tips in mind when creating or updating your password.

Use unique words - Don't use obvious words like "password".
Have 12 or more characters - Longer passwords are more secure.
Don't be obvious - Don't use personal information like your name, your CompuServe username, birthday, etc.
Avoid sequences or repeated characters - Don't use adjacent characters on your keyboard (QWERTY).
Use a different password for each site - Otherwise, if someone acquires one password, they could use it to access all of your accounts.

Additional password tips

Don't recycle them - Create new, unique passwords.
Use antivirus software - Equip your computer with antivirus software.
Don't share it - Never give out your password to anyone, not even friends.
Keep it fresh - Change your password regularly. The more often, the better.
Be cautious - If you're being asked to change your password, make sure it's a legitimate request.
Type it out - Instead of clicking a link in an email, type the website's known and valid URL (such as compuserve.com) into your browser's address bar.