{"id":5763,"date":"2018-08-21T10:29:32","date_gmt":"2018-08-21T10:29:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.reveantivirus.com\/blog\/?p=5763"},"modified":"2019-08-19T08:43:20","modified_gmt":"2019-08-19T08:43:20","slug":"internet-security-hacks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reveantivirus.com\/blog\/en\/internet-security-hacks","title":{"rendered":"7 Hacks to Ensure Your Internet Security and Privacy in 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Got nothing to protect? Think twice, thrice! From the smartphones in our pockets to the biometric databases, our personal stake in digital security is growing.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Isn\u2019t it true?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Well, it wasn&#8217;t long after the web came into broad use that online privacy became a growing concern. After all, anytime people are connected through their smart gadgets and sharing resources online, there\u2019s the potential for prying and abuse.<\/p>\n<p>Now the question arises, how can you beat that?<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Thankfully, we can answer this!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Read on to find out 7 ways how you have an additional layer of security over your online privacy-<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Create unbreakable passwords<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Make sure to choose the \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reveantivirus.com\/blog\/en\/password-protection-tips\">best password for all your online accounts<\/a>\u201d is the advice we constantly see online.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Isn\u2019t it right?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Well, your passwords are the first line of defence against many internet ills.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5765 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reveantivirus.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/3-pic.jpg\" alt=\"internet security hacks\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.reveantivirus.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/3-pic.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.reveantivirus.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/3-pic-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.reveantivirus.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/3-pic-768x288.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>But how to make your passwords unbreakable?<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Should have minimum 12 characters<\/li>\n<li>Includes Capital letters, Numbers, Symbols and Lower-case letters<\/li>\n<li>Use a passphrase<\/li>\n<li>Never give out your password to anyone<\/li>\n<li>Consider using a password manager<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><em>That\u2019s okay!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Install multi-layered malware protection<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Do you know? A security software can turn out to be crucial in a breach of security scenarios. After all, these security programs are regularly keeping an eye on what files and programs are installed on your device.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Bottom line?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Make sure to download <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reveantivirus.com\/en\/product\/antivirus\">antivirus software for PC<\/a> only from verified sources. Also, keep your security solution updated which will help your PC malware-free.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Public Wi-Fi network is a big \u2018No\u2019<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>While using a public wi-fi, most of us do not recognize is that we are sharing the network with all sorts of strangers, some of whom might want to snoop at your online activities or worse your private life.<\/p>\n<p>While, as per the survey on public Wi-Fi, found that-<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>22% of respondents have accessed bank\/financial information<\/li>\n<li>56% of consumers have logged into their social media accounts<\/li>\n<li>38% have shared photos or videos<\/li>\n<li>58% of people have logged into a personal email account<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><em>Yes, you read it right!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Therefore, public wi-fi is isn\u2019t always safe and secure. Without a security protection, your sensitive information could become public.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Setup Two-factor authentication for important accounts<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>2FA adds an extra layer of protection to your accounts against bugs and other vulnerabilities. Once you enter your passcode, a code will be sent to your registered phone number to ensure it\u2019s you. This helps prevent account takeovers from cyber-hackers.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Check if the site\u2019s connection is secure or not<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Clicking on links offering free stuff such as a giveaway for a new iPhone and more, are nothing more than a spam.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5766\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reveantivirus.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/2-pic.jpg\" alt=\"secure internet connection\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.reveantivirus.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/2-pic.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.reveantivirus.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/2-pic-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.reveantivirus.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/2-pic-768x288.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Advice-<\/strong> One should never browse anything or download anything from unauthorized websites because in the end, one can end up with a nasty malware on their device.<\/p>\n<p>Go to the Ad-blockers in order to restrict or avoid any automatic download containing malicious code from suspicious websites.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Backup your personal information<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>None of us are aware when our device might be compromised. Hence, having a backup plan on a regular basis is a wise idea for everyone.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Quick advice-<\/strong>If you are a victim of a security incident, the only assured way to repair your computer is to erase and re-install the software.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>What\u2019s more?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Consider deleting accounts you no longer use<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Overloaded with online accounts which are not in use? Delete them right now as they may expose you to greater hacks or interference down the line.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Keeping your software and operating system up-to-date<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Are you aware that the updated software and operating system can prove valuable in your journey for online security and privacy?<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5767\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reveantivirus.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/1pic.jpg\" alt=\"software update\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.reveantivirus.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/1pic.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.reveantivirus.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/1pic-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.reveantivirus.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/1pic-768x288.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Performing such updates will add new features, remove outdated features, and fix security bugs.<\/p>\n<p>Hence, next time when you are notified about an update, go ahead and hit that \u201cInstall Now\u201d button.<\/p>\n<p>Over to you! Have we missed anything important? Share with us in the comments section below!<\/p>\n<p>Stay protected the next time you hop on the Internet!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It wasn&#8217;t long after the web came into broad use that online privacy became a growing concern. After all, anytime people are connected through their smart gadgets and sharing resources online, there\u2019s the potential for prying and abuse.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":19,"featured_media":5765,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[94,203,93,317,476],"tags":[386,124],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v18.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Get to know the best internet security hacks to safeguard yourself from cyber attacks in 2019. 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