As with locking your door to secure your belongings protecting yourself online requires a consistent attitude and good safety practices. We’ve compiled a checklist of the most basic Internet security tips that will help you and your family to remain safe online and keep hackers out.
Updating software, browsers and apps is the most effective method to fight viruses and malicious code. It’s also beneficial to employ a password management tool that will create and store strong passwords for all your accounts.
Sharing too much on social media can be risky, especially in the case of sensitive or personal information. Be sure to check your privacy settings so you know who can see your posts. Avoid posting any pictures or information that could be used to steal identities or by other criminals.
Cybercriminals make use of malicious links in tweets, emails texts, tweets, and other messages and posts (also known as malvertising) to gain access to your personal information. When you receive a suspicious link make sure you count to five before taking action. This will help you determine if the link you received is legitimate.
Avoid shopping or other transactions with a private transaction whenever possible, on Wi-Fi networks that are public. These networks aren’t always secure, leaving your device and data at risk. Think about using VPNs VPN if you need to shop or conduct a private transaction on a public network. As always, make sure to backup regularly all your devices and data. This will ensure that, in the case of an attack you can restore your data.