ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Passphrase

Okay kiddo, so you know how sometimes you need a secret code to get into a treehouse or a secret club? That's kind of like a passphrase.

A passphrase is like a really long password made up of lots of words instead of just a few. It's used to protect important things like your online accounts, your computer, or even some of your toys!

Basically, it's like having a really long secret code that only you and your trusted friends can use to get into your treehouse or secret club. And just like your secret code needs to be strong to keep out people who aren't your friends, your passphrase needs to be strong too, so it can keep out bad guys who want to steal your things or spy on your secrets.

So, you should always use a good and strong passphrase and keep it safe and secret just like your other secret codes!
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