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Tips to Stay Secure Online
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  • Use strong and unique passwords. Do not create passwords based on your pet’s name, kids, spouse, etc.
  • Use a password manager such as Lastpass or use a password notebook
  • Password protect devices (phones, laptops, iPad, etc.)
  • Activate Screen-Lock when Idle
  • Don’t leave your device unattended
  • Turn on two-factor authentication on your email/social accounts
  • Install the latest software & app updates to all your devices
  • Use an anti-virus such as Bitdefender
  • Use a paid Virtual Private Network
  • Use a virtual machine for sandboxing your research
  • Use encrypted email such as Protonmail and encrypted chat such as Signal
  • Use webcam covers
  • Use privacy filters
  • ​Read and understand the terms of service for the apps you use
  • Adjust privacy settings on social media platforms
  • Delete old unused accounts
  • Use a secure search engine like duckduckgo.com or startpage.com 
  • Turn off Bluetooth when it’s not in use
  • If you use public Wifi at coffee shops, hotels, airports, use a virtual private network
  • Check the permissions apps ask for prior to downloading
  • Post disinformation about yourself
  • Educate yourself and family/friends about online privacy and security.
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