- Use strong, unique passwords for each of your social media accounts.
- Enable two-factor authentication to add an extra layer of security.
- Be cautious of clicking on links or downloading attachments from unknown sources.
- Avoid sharing personal information, such as your home address or phone number, on social media.
- Use privacy settings to control who can see your posts and personal information.
- Be aware of phishing scams and do not enter personal information into a website or form that you are not sure is legitimate
- Keep your operating system and web browsers up to date with the latest security patches.
- Avoid using public Wi-Fi networks to access your social media accounts.
- Regularly review your account's security settings and activity logs to ensure that there is no suspicious activity on your account.
- Be mindful of the privacy settings of the apps and games you use on social media.
- Avoid using the same email and password combination for multiple accounts.
- Watch out for fake social media profiles and pages.
- Keep your personal and professional lives separate on social media.
- Be careful of accepting friend requests from strangers.
- Avoid using your full name as your social media username.
- Use complex security questions and answers.
- Keep your software and anti-virus programs up to date.
- Be careful of how much personal information you share on your profile.
- Be mindful of what you post, as it can be used against you in the future.
- Be aware of the permissions that apps and games are asking for.
- Use a password manager to keep track of your social media passwords.
- Avoid posting sensitive or confidential information about your company or organization.
- Be aware of the risks of oversharing on social media.
- Be mindful of the information that is visible on your social media profile
- Be wary of clicking on links in direct messages.
- Use a separate email address for social media accounts.
- Be mindful of the apps that you connect to your social media accounts.
- Keep your privacy settings up to date.
- Regularly review the apps and games that you have connected to your social media accounts.
- Be aware of the amount of personal information you share in your profile picture and bio.
- Use a strong, unique passphrase for your social media accounts
- Keep your mobile device secure with a passcode or fingerprint lock
- Do not reuse the same password across different accounts
- Be aware of the implications of sharing sensitive or classified information on social media
- Be aware of the implications of sharing your location on social media
- Be careful when using public computers to access your social media accounts
- Be aware of the fact that your social media activity may be monitored by your employer or school
- Be careful when using third-party apps that connect to your social media accounts
- Be aware of the risks of social engineering on social media