How can I secure my personal information online?

Here are some practical tips you can take to protect yourself online.

• Use strong, unique passwords. Create long passwords (12+ characters) with a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols and avoid using the same password across multiple accounts. Use a trusted password manager (like 1Password, Bitwarden, or LastPass) to generate and store credentials.
• Enable multi-factor authentication. Turn on MFA wherever possible (especially for email, banking, and social media). Use an authenticator app (e.g., Microsoft Authenticator, Google Authenticator) instead of SMS when possible for added security.
• Be cautious with emails and links. Don’t click on suspicious links or download attachments from unknown sources. Watch out for phishing scams that impersonate trusted organisations. Read our blog to learn how to spot phishing emails.
  
  
• Limit the info you share online. Avoid oversharing on social media (e.g., birthdays, addresses, travel plans). Review privacy settings on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
  
  
• Keep your devices and apps updated. Enable automatic updates on your operating system, browsers, and antivirus software. Updates patch known vulnerabilities that attackers can exploit.
• Use secure connections. Avoid using public Wi-Fi for sensitive activities, such as online banking. Use a VPN when accessing the internet on unsecured networks.