Staying Safe Online: 9 Tips

9. Internet Safety Tips 1. Always use strong passwords O A good password needs to contain numbers, capital letters, and unique signs. There are also tools that can make this process easier. 2. Keep your personal data personal Finding out dates of birth, email addresses, and details about your family makes it easier for hackers to break into your account. 3. Visit only secure websites URL (uniform resource locator) beginning with "https" is safer than the one with "http", as letter "s" stands for security. HTTPS 4. Use legitimate software Want to get an app or a program? Do that through an official website. Otherwise, you risk downloading a malicious program. 5. Be careful with IIII your credit cards Don't use debit cards that are linked to your bank directly. Keep only one to use online. Consider adding a second layer of protection. 6. Use two-step verification *** Google offers this option to all the users. Instead of simply typing in your password, you would need to put in a code sent to your phone. 7. Steer clear of phishing scams Whenever you receive a message, think if the sender is someone you .. . know. Don't click on any links in the messages from unknown senders! 8. Keep your home network safe Ensure the security of your network. Make sure you change the name and password after getting a router from your provider. 9. Don't forget to log out Staying logged in is dangerous for the security of your personal information. Online services save all your data. Created by Custom Writing Hi