Data Privacy Day - January 28th

 

January 28th is Data Privacy Day. Millions of people are unaware of and uninformed about how their personal information is being used, collected or shared in our digital society. Data Privacy Day aims to inspire dialogue and empower individuals and companies to take action.

 

Here are some things that you can do to protect yourself, your family, and your files:

 

Use Two-Factor Authentication

 

Add A Credit Freeze to Your Accounts

 

Update Your Passwords and Use A Password Manager

 

Use An End-to-End Encrypted Messaging App Like: Signal or WhatsApp

 

Choose An Encrypted E-mail Service Such As: ProtonMail or Tutanota

 

Encrypt Your Files with VeraCrypt. Consider Full-Disk Encryption.

 

Scan Your Computer with Malwarebytes and CCleaner

 

Install HTTPS:// Everywhere

 

Install Privacy Badger and Enable Do Not Track

 

Opt-Out of Prescreened Credit and Insurance Offers

 

Add Your Phone Numbers to the National Do Not Call Registry

 

Protect Your On-line Purchases with Privacy.Com

 

Review A Copy of Your Credit Report

 

Share Data Privacy & Security Information with Your Friends & Family