The more time you spend shopping, connecting with people, and looking up information online, the more your online privacy is at risk – unless you follow a few simple steps to stay safe.
Information you share over the Internet is used by advertisers, but they’re not the only ones paying attention. Malicious hackers can piece together your information online to steal your identity or invade your family’s privacy.
Unfortunately there isn’t a simple “security” button on your computer or smartphone that will keep all of your personal data safe. If you want to protect your online privacy, you need to take action.
Here are seven simple steps you can take right now:
To learn more about protecting yourself online, check out FindLaw’s Online Safety section and download our free Guide to Online Fraud and Identity Theft.
Related Resources:
- 10 Incredibly Simple Things You Can Do To Protect Your Privacy (Forbes)
- Steps You Should Take in Preventing Identity Theft (FindLaw)
- Check In on Facebook, Get Burglarized at Home (FindLaw’s Blotter)
- 11 Ways to Stay Safe Online & Protect Your Privacy (FindLaw’s Insider)
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