{"id":2139,"date":"2016-12-28T16:47:44","date_gmt":"2016-12-28T16:47:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lockrite.org\/blog\/?p=2139"},"modified":"2022-09-23T11:45:06","modified_gmt":"2022-09-23T10:45:06","slug":"how-to-pick-a-secure-security-alarm-code-for-your-security-system","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lockrite.org\/blog\/how-to-pick-a-secure-security-alarm-code-for-your-security-system\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Pick a Secure Security Alarm Code for Your Security System"},"content":{"rendered":"

By combining 0 to 9 numbers for a four-digit security code, you’ll get 10,000 possible results.<\/p>\n

What this means is that if burglars try to guess your home’s security system alarm code, their chance of success is 1 in 10,000.\u00a0That’s great news for homeowners!<\/p>\n

However, many people make the crucial mistake of not giving this aspect much thought. The result? A vulnerable alarm code for your security system.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

What does this mean and how can you avoid it? Easy! Read on to find out.<\/p>\n

Avoid Using Common Security System Codes<\/h2>\n

The infamous “1234”<\/strong> is as common as a rainy day in Cardiff, Glasgow or Manchester. Why? Some people simply never bother changing it – as it often comes as the default alarm code. Other refuse to change it because they are afraid they’ll forget it.<\/p>\n

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If “1234” is your code at the moment, we strongly recommend changing it<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

However, that’s not the only code you should stay away from. Also avoid using your birth year, anniversary, or any other information that is available online.<\/p>\n

You might also be tempted to pick the first or last four digits of:<\/p>\n