Like locking your door to secure your belongings, protecting yourself on the internet requires a consistent behavior and good safety habits. We’ve put together a list of the most basic Internet security tips that will help you and your family to remain safe online and keep hackers at bay.
Updating browsers, software and applications is the best way to protect yourself from malware and viruses. It’s also beneficial to use a password manager that can create and store strong passwords for all your accounts.
It can be dangerous sharing too much information via social media, especially when it involves sensitive or personal information. Be sure to check your privacy settings to determine who is viewing your posts. Beware of posting photos or information which can be used to identify people or by other criminals.
Malicious links in email messages, tweets and texts as well as other messages and posts (also known as malvertising) are a prime way for cybercriminals to gain your personal data and gain access to your devices. If you are ever presented with a suspicious link, count to site here five before acting. This will help you determine if the link is legitimate.
Avoid shopping or other private transactions whenever possible, on Wi-Fi networks that are public. These networks are typically not secure, leaving your device and data susceptible to hackers. You should consider using a VPN for when you must shop or conduct a private transaction over an open network. Also, always ensure that you back up your devices and the information on them regularly. This will ensure that if an attack does occur, you have a copy of the data to restore.
