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Personal Online Hygiene Security - If you have #Bitcoin be smart. (2 min read) This list is intended to give you better protection against criminals. Please add your ideas at the end. Protect your DNA Secure any samples of your #DNA to prevent unauthorized access or misuse, while weighing the pros and cons of genetic information use. Detect your leaked information on the #DarkWeb. Use a forwarding address when dealing with unknowns Employ a #forwarding address to shield your primary address from potential exposure when interacting with unfamiliar parties. Compartmentalize your activities and data Separate different areas of your #digital life to minimize exposure in case one area is compromised. Privacy guard Utilize services that help keep your #personal information private, such as WHOIS #privacy protection for domain registrations. Opt out of personalized ads Prevent companies from using your #personal data to tailor advertisements based on your browsing behavior. Assess risks regularly Periodically evaluate potential #security risks to your #digital assets and #personal information. Monitor trackers in apps and on websites Keep an eye on and manage #tracking technologies that collect your personal data while you browse online. Use smart key for extra security Employ a physical #security key device to enhance the protection of your online accounts. Opt-out of caller ID listings Ensure that your phone number is not publicly available through #caller ID services to maintain privacy. Self-host where possible Host your own #services and #data to maintain greater control and reduce dependency on third-party providers. Be careful with mail signatures Use caution when including #signatures in emails to avoid inadvertently sharing sensitive information. Be careful with auto-replies, they might reveal when you are away Configure auto-replies in a way that does not disclose when you are not available or other personal details. Don't reveal too much online Avoid sharing excessive #personal details on the internet to prevent #identity theft or other risks. Think of all interactions as public Assume that any information you share online could be seen by others, regardless of privacy settings. Think of all interactions as permanent Recognize that online interactions may persist long-term, even if you delete the content. Think of all interactions as high risk Consider all online interactions as potentially exposing your #personal information to risk. Avoid publishing geo data while onsite Refrain from sharing your exact #location in real-time on social media or other platforms. Remove metadata before uploading media Strip out #metadata from files and images before sharing to protect your privacy. Consider aliasing or anonymous forwarding for emails Use email #aliases or forwarding services to keep your primary email address confidential. Use subaddressing for emails Add tags or variations to your email address to better manage and filter incoming messages. Use a custom domain for emails Create a personalized email address using your own #domain for enhanced privacy and professionalism. Sync emails with a client for backup Back up your emails locally by syncing with an email #client to ensure you have copies of important messages. Use plain text in emails Send emails in #plain text to reduce the risk of exposing sensitive information through formatting. Avoid connecting third-party apps to your email account Refrain from linking your email account with third-party #applications to minimize security risks. Don't share sensitive data via email Avoid transmitting #confidential information through email to protect your privacy. Maintain an IP blacklist Manage a list of blocked #IP addresses to prevent unwanted access to your #network or services. Implement image cloaking Use techniques to obscure or mask image #metadata to prevent tracking and privacy violations. Monitor your credit report regularly Regularly check your #credit report to detect unauthorized activity or potential fraud. Review security settings on your devices and accounts regularly Periodically review and update the #security settings on your devices and online accounts to ensure they remain effective. Protect your SSID (Wi-Fi network name) from revealing personal info Choose a neutral #SSID name for your Wi-Fi network to avoid disclosing personal information. Hide your SSID to prevent unauthorized access Disable #SSID broadcasting to make your Wi-Fi network less visible to unauthorized users. Use a guest network for visitors Set up a separate network for #guests to keep your primary network secure. Change your router's default IP Modify the default #IP address of your #router to make it harder for attackers to find and exploit it. Kill unused processes and services on your router Turn off unnecessary #processes and #services on your router to reduce potential security risks. Physically secure your router Place your #router in a secure location to prevent tampering and unauthorized access. Disable WiFi on all devices when not in use Turn off #Wi-Fi on your devices when they are not in use to reduce exposure to potential threats. Encrypt sensitive communications Use #encryption methods to safeguard sensitive information during transmission. Educate yourself on the latest security threats and updates Stay informed about new #security threats and updates to keep your systems and data protected. Choose the right mail protocol Select secure #email protocols, like IMAP over SSL/TLS, to protect the confidentiality of your email communications. Disable cloud-based management Turn off features that rely on #cloud services to manage your data, keeping data handling local. Disable unused remote access protocols Deactivate #remote access protocols that you do not use to minimize potential security vulnerabilities. Protecting your digital life is essential in today's connected world. If you found these tips helpful, follow us for more insights, and don’t forget to share this guide with your network! Stay safe online! 🚀 #OnlineSecurity #PrivacyMatters