WORDBND.COM - The privacy crisis seems commonplace today. Especially since the rapid development of internet technology. Everyone in the world is very easy to share information that is often misused by several parties. Not only that, privacy violations can even threaten you without realizing it. So, what online habits actually threaten your privacy? Here is the list.
1. Sharing too much on social media
Social media is a place to share many things about life including daily activities and personal information. Without you knowing it, social media is also a comfortable place for cyber criminals to spy on someone and get complete information. They collect identities, passwords and secretly stalk your private life for profit. You can avoid this threat by sharing your life "in moderation" on social media. As much as possible, don't add accurate location tags or share sensitive information. In addition, the impact of this abuse can also have an impact on your future career.
2. Does not hide private IP address
Every device connected to the internet has an IP address which includes user data such as location. Then, the services you visit will use this data to provide experiences that match your data. Not only does it show data about your location, an IP address can also be linked to your identity indirectly. Thus, you are vulnerable to attacks by advertisements and other services via private messages. Surely you have experienced an attack of annoying advertisements. You can avoid this risk by using an online VPN service. Activate the VPN service every time you connect to the internet.
3. Enable advertising services on the browser
The browser which is generally installed by default on the device can monitor your online activities. You become vulnerable to targeted advertising services. Targeted advertising lets you see ads that match your online activity history. For example, suppose you were just trying to figure out how to clean shoes. After that, you open a social media site like Facebook and an ad for shoe products appears.
4. Enable camera and microphone access when not in use
Many websites ask for camera and microphone access. Many do not realize the dangers of this act. Prohibited sites can easily record your conversations and activities without permission. Always make sure you visit a website that has a trusted security certificate to make sure this doesn't happen. To add another layer of security, block camera and microphone access requests in the Browser.
5. Using a single password for multiple accounts
This is something that is very often done by internet users who have various social media. Using only one password for different accounts will make it very easy for hackers to take over all the accounts you have. If one of your accounts is compromised by hackers, it is not difficult for them to take other accounts. Create a different password for each account with a combination of alphabets and numbers so that it is not easy for others to guess.
6. Surfing the internet with public Wifi
Public wifi is prone to data theft and other misuse. However, it cannot be denied that many people are connected to Wifi connections every day. To avoid getting hacked, then take precautions. Make sure to log out of all your accounts while connected to Wifi and don't send any sensitive files over this network.
7. Stuck in a phishing scam
It seems a little dated, but believe me there are still many people who are deceived by phishing. Phishing has developed in various types. Ranging from gift offers to lucrative free services. Always be vigilant when you are using recently launched social media or instant messaging platforms. Never enter account information such as email and password on sites that do not have a security certificate such as SSL.
8. Shop on foreign sites
Even a large online trading platform has the possibility of theft of personal data. Especially if you shop at any site whose credibility is doubtful. Always be aware of this. Check the security of the site before you buy and sell online. If necessary, use an online VPN for extra protection when making transactions.
9. Jailbreak the mobile device
Jailbreak is not just about adding various features to your smartphone. It will also remove an important layer of protection and invite different types of Malware to infiltrate your device. Avoid Jailbreaking especially on the personal or business smartphone that you use every day. Also, always check the credibility of the developer before you install any third party application.
Conclusion
Protecting your privacy while online is crucial. Although anonymity is almost impossible in today's internet, there are several things you can do to maintain your privacy. Always be vigilant when connected to the internet.