The Top 20 Most Commonly Used Passwords in the Philippines

When it comes to passwords, it’s more or less trying to create a balance between something that’s not so easily figured out, but not something that you’ll easily forget. A lot of people also use the same password for many if not all of their accounts.

Top 20 most common passwords in the Philippines by popularity according to NordPass (as of 01/30/2025)

1. 123456
2. qwerty123
3. qwerty1
4. 123456789
5. 12345
6. 12345678
7. password
8. iloveyou
9. qwerty
10. Blink123
11. 1234567890
12. secret
13. 1234567
14. 123123
15. Qwerty123
16. Qwerty123!
17. Qwerty1!
18. Sample123
19. Qwerty1234
20. Qwerty1

In this regard, NordPass’ list of the 20 most common passwords in the Philippines is concerning, as simple numerical sequences and keyboard patterns dominate the most commonly used ones. The most frequently used password is “123456,” followed by variations of “qwerty” combined with numbers.

The Common Password Patterns

These password choices reflect common human tendencies to prioritize memorability over security. Using such simple passwords makes accounts vulnerable to:

Brute Force Attacks

Simple numerical sequences can be cracked within seconds by automated tools.

Dictionary Attacks

Common words like “password” or “iloveyou” are among the first combinations that attackers try.

Creating Strong Passwords

So, what are the characteristics of a strong password?

• Use at least 12 characters
• Combine uppercase and lowercase letters
• Include numbers and special characters
• Avoid personal information
• Use unique passwords for each account

Modern Authentication Alternatives

For those who are having a hard time remembering what their passwords are or where they’ve kept notes on them, there are a number of alternatives.

Password Managers

These tools can generate and securely store complex passwords, eliminating the need to memorize them. They can also automatically fill in the username and password fields for supported websites, so you don’t have to manually copy and paste or type.

Passkeys

This newer technology uses cryptographic keys instead of traditional passwords, offering both security and convenience.

Biometric Authentication

Fingerprints and facial recognition are available on most smartphones for secure, convenient authentication without the need to memorize your passwords.

With all of these tools already available, perhaps, the key is to educate people on the importance of making their accounts secure.

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Source: Gadget Pilipinas