In 2024, “password” remains the most frequently used password in Australia, closely followed by “qwerty123,” according to the latest report by NordPass. This survey ranks the Top 200 Most Common Passwords globally, exposing a concerning trend of easily guessable passwords still in common use.

While entries like “123456” and “qwerty” showcase a lack of complexity, others like “pokemon” and “lizottes” reflect local tastes yet offer little in terms of security.

Curiously, the most popular password in the US this year is “Secret,” highlighting a somewhat ironic approach to online security.

Karolis Arbaciauskas of NordPass highlights the ongoing risk, noting, “There’s a significant threat from using simple passwords, affecting not just personal accounts but also workplace security.”

The study also delves into corporate password habits, revealing that 40% of the most common personal passwords are also used in professional settings. Many companies still default to easily hackable passwords like “admin” and “welcome.”

Despite these challenges, there’s a shift toward passkeys, a more robust security solution supported by industry leaders like Google, Microsoft, and Apple.

Experts encourage moving to passkeys and, meanwhile, advocate for the use of longer, complex passphrases and avoiding the use of the same password across multiple accounts.

Below are the top 20 most commonly used passwords, with the full list available here.

• password
• qwerty123
• 123456
• qwerty1
• 123456789
• lizottes
• qwerty
• password1
• 12345678
• Abcd1234
• abc123
• Password1
• Password
• guest
• 12345
• pokemon
• Qwerty123
• dragon
• 1234567890
• charlie

It’s crucial to improve our password practices to better safeguard our personal and professional data from cyber threats.