Where men are sexually dangerous, women are at an increased risk of sexual harassment online, especially if they’re alone or vulnerable. Women are vulnerable to cyberstalking, sextortion, online bullying, grooming, fake profiles and scams, etc.
How can you protect yourself from this? How do you protect yourself from online harassment? First of all, you must know that ‘Online’ does not mean just the internet. The internet is one part of the social media space with many other platforms.
Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc., are used for sharing information, updates, photos, videos, etc. It also includes the websites which are used for various purposes. Your professional life also comes across a spectrum of online activities.
In this blog post, we’ve compiled the best free online safety guides for women, including information on how to safely use social media, what to do if someone tries to meet you in person, how to be secured during online activity, and more.
What is Cybersecurity?
Ransomware is a malicious program that locks your computer. Once it has locked your computer, you can’t access anything on it until you pay a ransom. You can’t even get online to look up solutions.
A cyberattack is when someone tries to break into your computer or network. Cyberattacks can occur through email, social media, websites, and more. The number one risk of cybercrime is identity theft. This happens when someone breaks into your computer or phone and gets your personal information.
They use that information to steal money from you or your bank account. Then they sell the information on the internet to other people. The biggest risk of identity theft is that it can happen to anyone. It doesn’t matter if you are rich, poor, famous, or anonymous. There is a risk.
The reality is that there are many ways to get hacked, but you can protect yourself from getting hacked. Your first step is to understand what cybersecurity means. Cybersecurity Defined Cybersecurity is the study of protecting your online information from unauthorized access.
It’s a way to keep hackers out of your computer, tablet, or smartphone. You should understand that cybersecurity is a broad term. There are different types of cybersecurity. For example, there’s network security, software security, and application security.
Harassment on Social Media
Most online harassment takes place on major social media platforms. Broad networks, often combined with anonymity, allow for the rise of threats, lies, and threats that have real-world implications. Below, we've explored the most popular social media sites. We've also highlighted ways to protect yourself from creeps, trolls, and stalkers.
Problems for Women on Twitter
Twitter is one of the most popular social media platforms. At the same time, it does not take as much action as it should curb harassment and discrimination. In fact, according to a study done by the nonprofit Women Action and Media (WAM!), 67% of women who reported harassment said they had notified Twitter at least once before.
Twitter is the most notorious platform for online abusers. Regular people get abused, as well as celebrities and public figures. It’s often for saying something politically charged or expressing your feminism. October 2017 was a watershed moment for the #MeToo campaign. Many high-profile sexual assault and harassment allegations went viral, prompting women to share their experiences publicly.
#WomenBoycottTwitter was born out of the anger that Twitter has not taken action against several abusive tweets against women that did not result in suspended accounts. Twitter claims to have improved its system for addressing reports of harassment, but it’s still an issue.
How to protect yourself on Twitter
Using Multiple Accounts
A career woman who depends on maintaining a public image may find it helpful to use multiple accounts. Utilizing a different account for different purposes will keep you safe and sound while using digital platforms.
Changing Privacy Settings
Your public tweets are visible to everyone. Even those who do not have Twitter can find them through search engines. Use strong privacy settings on your profile and make your public page look professional with an eye-catching design.
If your Tweets are protected with approved followers, no one can retweet or follow or could even hack your details. Make sure you follow only people already on your friend list. Keep things safe from an acquaintance. To protect your Twitter account, follow simple instructions.
- Click on your profile
- Go into settings
- Go to privacy
- Click Protect your Tweets.
You also shouldn’t respond to other users unless they mention or tag you in a tweet, as this can leave your timeline viewable to the world.
Report and Block Harasser
Report and block the abuser if you're the target of an abusive tweet. How to Block a User on Twitter:
- On the upper right-hand corner of the tweet
- Click the upside-down arrow
- Choose to block the user.
Also, you can report all abusive incidents to Twitter. Below is a way to report against any other Twitter user.
- Click the upside-down caret in the upper right corner of the tweet or account
- select a report
- Follow the instructions
Preventing Hackers
There is no question that hackers are on the prowl for personal information, and they’ve been attacking Twitter accounts for years. Some Twitter users have been targeted for months or even years.
They take over the accounts of Twitter users who are inactive or who don’t follow back. Twitter has developed a new verification feature that allows users to verify their accounts and confirm that their tweets are authentic.
Anyone who registers and uses the Twitter Verified Badge can display the badge, which will show up in the Twitter search bar and profile page on the user's Twitter bio and said on all of their tweets.
The Verified Badge will only be available for verified accounts, including government institutions, businesses, celebrities, organizations, and sports teams.
Protecting Passwords
Twitter accounts are hacked all the time, so make sure to create a strong password. You should use a combination of lowercase and uppercase letters, including numbers and special characters.
Problems on Facebook for Women
If you have a lot of people in your network who are in your age group, then it might be time to join Facebook. You can send out friend requests to your friends and watch what happens by joining. However, in myriad forms Facebook harassment appears.
Research shows that these interactions are most dangerous for women. Women are harassed by abusive messages, unwanted online flirtations, degrading pictures, etc. Even their names are dragged in fake profiles adding salt to injury.
Ways for protecting Facebook
Adding Privacy
Control who sees what is on your Facebook profile. Go to the upper left-hand side of the page and select Settings on your computer. The first step to sharing posts and information on your timeline is to select the “Privacy” option on the left side of your profile page.
You can manage who can see your post and how people contact you. Also, in Timeline and Tagging, you can control posts on your wall. You can review any tags you add and approve or reject them before implementing them.
Here's another excellent tool that lets you see exactly what others see when looking at your profile. You may want to keep some things private from others. You can use Private Browsing mode in your web browser to prevent others from viewing your web history.
Keeping your Private
There are many ways to keep your photos private, including making them personal for friends only or taking your pictures off Facebook. While most people will probably not go so far as to post pictures of their naked bodies online, they may still have inappropriate photos.
Even if they don't, it's possible that someone could take that photo without their permission. Over 90% of the adults said they had sent sexually explicit messages or pictures at least once, but this doesn’t necessarily mean the statements are “bad.”
The same study found that sexting can increase women's self-confidence and even improve sexual satisfaction. So be careful when sending nude or revealing photos of yourself. You never know who may be lurking around the next corner.
If anyone uploads your photo without your consent, you can submit a request to have it deleted. Facebook will review your submission, and if it finds it to be an inappropriate image of you, it will be removed.
Stop Geotagging
It's best to avoid this function as it may let others know where you are. However, Geotagging isn't the only way people can find where you are. Facebook knows to do that because if you have their mobile app and carry your phone around with you, they know your location whenever you are near their servers.
If you want, you can see where Facebook has been tracking you. This info is not public, so you don’t need to worry about your average Facebook friend using it to track you. To stop location sharing:
- Navigate setting
- Click on the left for the location panel
- Click view location history
- Tap to turn off Location Services,
- Click View your location history
- Clear the data
Changing Password
You can change your password just by selecting a single button. You’ll need to re-enter your password, but don’t worry: it’s one of the best ways to prevent others from accessing your Facebook account.
Using Restricting and Blocked List
Block harrassed and abusers and put them on Restricted List. If you block these people, they’ll only be able to view information that you share publicly.
\Whether it’s a toxic friend on Facebook, a co-worker who spreads gossip, or a family member who’s been a thorn in your side all your life, blocking someone can be one of the best ways to get some peace of mind.
To block someone on Facebook
- Click on their profile picture
- Click on the gear icon
- Locate the “block” option.
Clicking on it will prevent that person from seeing anything you post or comment on, and they won’t be able to see what you post or comment on unless you approve it. You’ll need to go into your privacy settings to allow anyone to follow you if you choose to unblock that person.
Choose friends. Carefully
Choose your friends wisely. Facebook isn’t just for connecting with old high school or college friends anymore. It’s a great tool to communicate with people you meet at networking events, a hobby group, church, etc. Make sure your friends are of your trust and maintain a bond of respect with you.
Reporting Fake IDs
You should report the fake accounts, even if it goes against Facebook’s TOS. They estimate that over 66 million fake accounts are currently on the platform. Another reason people create fake accounts is to impersonate others in online communities.
If you have an account with a well-known site, for example, Amazon.com, then by using your name and photos, hackers can create a fake account to comment on reviews and other content as if you are someone else.
You should report a fake Facebook profile if you see it using your photos and personal information. Select the three dots at the upper right corner and select Report this profile. It's very easy for a real person to spot a fake account.
Instagram and Snapchat, Tiktok
Instagram and Snapchat have changed many things in life, from photos to harassment. People can comment on your photos and give you bad or good feedback by making your photos public.
You might not understand why someone would dedicate their time to being a troll, but it doesn't take long for people to learn how to troll and then search for photos to share. Public shaming comments and DMs with explicit and vulgar language plague millions of Instagram accounts daily.
If you're a woman, you need to be careful becasue you may risk non-consensual nude photography, unwanted pics, and other non-consensual forms of non-sexual nudity such as revenge porn.
Ways to protect your Instagram and Snapchat and Tiktok
Disabling Location
Disable Activity Staus is quite crucial to saving from any online harassment. The fact that you tag the restaurant tells potential people where you are. If you’re tagged in a public setting, it makes it easy for stalkers to find you. Enabling location services also means your data is shared with everyone in that area.
Even if you capture a photo of your caramel latte from Starbucks, you can be anywhere globally in the 27,339 Starbucks locations. If your geolocation is on, everyone who sees your picture knows exactly where you are.
Snapchat introduced a new feature to their app in June 2017 called SnapMap. This feature allows the friends of those using the app to see their location on a map. While this feature may seem innocent, it lets other people constantly watch your whereabouts.
Enacting Privacy
It’s essential to be careful when using social media applications. If your friends see your phone number, email, or actual birthday, it could lead to awkward conversations. So, when you create an account for your business, you should not use any personal information.
But if you use Snapchat, there’s a simple step-by-step process for blocking unwanted messages. It's as easy as ABC: just snap a self-portrait, press a button, and the message disappears forever. The best way to protect your information is to change it frequently.
You should use a different email address and make up a fake phone number and a different birthdate than your current one. Another great tactic to stop trolls from accessing your content is changing your public account to private.
This means you’ll only see your posts to your family, friends, and anyone else you choose to approve. If you want to keep others from finding your account and messaging you on Instagram, make sure you’ve chosen the privacy setting that’s most appropriate for you, including your location.
Create Separate Accounts for Business Dealings
To use these apps to promote your products, business, or yourself, you must have a separate Facebook account. In this way, your personal information or photos does not mix with business photos.
Report and Block
If someone’s creepin’ on you, you need to know how to report their comments. On both Instagram and Snapchat, you can report a comment or photo to the service. This helps protect your account and your friends’ accounts from people trying to steal your followers and likes. To block a person on Snapchat:
- Go to your chat history
- Select the person you want to stop
- Tap the three dots on the upper left corner
- Click the block
IRL (In Real Life) Attacks
Of course, online attacks don't just happen online. People often use technology to help them stalk and abuse their victims. It's essential to know how to prevent that from happening to you. A survey of victim aid providers found that 79% dealt with victims who were surveilled using social media.
There are people out there who attack you, whether they're your family members, a friend, an acquaintance, a stranger, a boyfriend or girlfriend, a co-worker, a boss, or even a friend of a friend.
You can prevent your phone and other sensitive information from falling into the wrong hands. You can also ensure that you and your friends will never forget a birthday, anniversary, or another special occasion by using proper password management practices.
Doxing
It’s essential to prevent doxing, the most extreme form of online harassment. Doxing is when your personal information, such as your address, phone number, place of employment, banking details, and even information on your family members, is published online as a call for others to harass you.
To be saved from Doxing
- Check your account
- Do change your password
- Avoid oversharing of details
- Use VPN
Online Gaming Harassment
A new wave of harassment is rising in gaming communities worldwide, leading to depression, anxiety, and even suicidal thoughts. Harassment begins when players post photos and comments about others’ appearances or behavior.
Sometimes, the cyberbullying is done anonymously, without revealing the identities of the harassers. In a 2015 survey of 5,000 online gamers, 74 percent said they had experienced harassment over the past year, and 36 percent said they'd been threatened or intimidated online.
Most of the incidents occurred in chat rooms (60 percent) or message boards (25 percent). Only 4 percent reported being physically attacked online. Of those who had experienced harassment, 41 percent reported their harasser to the site administrator, and 26 percent said they did nothing.
According to the E-Nable study, “Most victims said they did not report because they didn't want to be banned or disclosed their IP address.” Online gaming sites and forums often have policies to prevent harassment, and the rules are enforced. They try to avoid creating a hostile environment for players. Yet, if you are a woman player or gaming influencer, you need to be extra careful.
Harassment for Professional Women in Digital Space
Workplace Harassment
Harassment at the workplace occurs when people misbehave toward other employees or customers, creating an uncomfortable or threatening work environment. Harassment includes verbal abuse, sexual advances, unwanted touching, physical assault, stalking, threats, coercion, intimidation and humiliation.
It is considered unacceptable behavior and may cause discomfort or harm to the victim. Harassment is usually done with malicious intent and is motivated by gender, race, ethnicity, religious belief, age, disability, sexual orientation or other protected classes.
If you're new to using the internet in the workplace, it can be challenging to know how to navigate through the many obstacles that might be put in your path. Here are a few simple strategies to keep in mind being a female professional.
Document Harassment
Report it once you've got evidence of harassment. While it's often uncomfortable, reporting harassment in the office is one of the most effective ways to stop it. If you have proof of your rights as an employee and are not being treated fairly, take the information to the Human Resources department.
Keep track of everything. If you are getting any harassing emails from co-workers, save them too. Even a message from any medium.
Reporting Harassment
Suppose there is no human resources department at your company. In that case, you should write a well-informed letter to your manager or office management about harassment (as long as they aren't harassing you).
This information is for your eyes only. Do not tell anyone at work about this letter. For example, you might write, “I'd like to transfer out of this division, and I'd like this matter to be looked into.” Thanks for checking up on that.
The office should have a policy on assessing the situation and taking appropriate action. You should feel as if the complaint was adequately addressed; remember that you can always seek outside legal counsel.
If you want to move forward, it's essential to speak to a legal professional who understands your area's laws. You should also note that reporting the incident internally for many women is not an option, as many women freelance or are self-employed. In this scenario, you need to take matters into your own hands.
Harassment for self-employed
If you are self-employed and an inappropriate encounter occurs, you must deal with it independently. No matter how you decide to handle this situation, one thing is for sure – you’ll need to make a decision soon.
The harasser will continue to misbehave until you take action. If you decide to ignore the harasser, others may agree, or they may think you’re being unsupportive of his behavior. It is your decision.
Harassment on LinkedIn
There are many forms of Harassment that LinkedIn, an online platform for career networking and business, has unfortunately also become an outlet for. Harassment of women, even by men who are in positions of power, is illegal, but LinkedIn's policies can't do much about harassment, so it happens there every day.
Some people treat it like a dating site. They complain that some men send them inappropriate messages and make lewd comments about their appearance based on their profile pictures. There is another potential pitfall: your resume.
Some people upload their resumes without considering their email address and phone number appear in the header. It's best to keep private information off the web if you don't want the whole world to see it.
You can also block any person from viewing your profile or contacting you.
- Go to their profile
- Click More
- Report/Block
- Follow the instructions.
If someone wants to contact you for your work, they can do it through LinkedIn. There's no guarantee that this will help protect you from unwanted contacts. However, it gives you more control over who you're willing to communicate with.
Harassment on Dating Sites
According to a Pew Internet Research Center study, women are more likely than men to be cyber-harassed on the internet. Anonymity and lack of real-world consequences make it easy to harass and hurt someone on the internet.
A dating site is fun, but dating apps have led to unpleasant encounters. People use them to keep their options open, leading to them missing out on opportunities. The best thing about using a dating app is finding someone to date is easier.
With an online dating site, you can filter through hundreds of profiles in just minutes. People looking for romance have to be aware of their online dating app habits because the data can reveal a lot about them.
Here are ways to protect dating sites
Check Background
If you want to know more about your potential date, you can do a background check when you first connect with them online. You can also search them on Google, Facebook, and other dating apps if you’re on them.
When talking to someone on Tinder, look for inconsistencies in their pictures or profile description. If you find any, report your app. Don’t move the conversation to a different platform until you have talked to them on the app first.
Dont bring Strangers or other Apps
Let’s look at their differences: WhatsApp is an instant messaging application for smartphones. Users can chat, text and share images or videos. It also allows users to use a feature called voice calling for free.
Do not bring strangers from dating apps into your personal space like Whatsapp or Facebook. Otherwise, all your details will be revealed to them, which they may misuse.
Be Private
Don’t post pictures on your social media accounts that you don’t want a potential date to see, like photos of yourself on an airplane or a photo with a friend at a bar, where they could be recognized.
Secure your phone if it is stolen
Many of us live our lives on our phones. It contains our contact lists, photo albums, app navigation tools, etc. So when our phones get lost or stolen, our lives stop unless we have a backup. You may take several steps to protect yourself if your phone gets lost or stolen.
When your phone is stolen, you may be able to prevent the thief from using it by deleting its personal information and disabling access to the network. You may also be able to prevent someone else from accessing your account if you use two-factor authentication (2FA) option such as an authenticator app or SMS text message.
Protect the Contents of Your Phone
When making a business website more responsive to mobile devices, there are many ways to ensure that your site displays correctly and fluidly on smaller screens. An excellent example is the ‘remove content if the phone is lost’ option.
This means that you can add content that’s only relevant to desktop users but don’t want to clutter the view on mobile devices. By adding JavaScript to your site, you can make it easy for mobile devices to display the relevant information while still displaying the content that desktop users want.
Do keep Password
When you first set up your phone with the fingerprint reader, you might be confused about how it works. But if you start using it, you’ll be surprised at how convenient it is. If you want to ensure that your phone is protected with the most secure form of authentication, give it a try.
Other cool features include the Smart Lock, a location-based security system that keeps your doors locked when you're at home and notifies you when you're leaving and when you come back.
Use technology to locate Phone
No need to buy some expansive smartphone or use a dedicated app on your phone for geo-tracking; instead, you can track your phone using its built-in GPS.
It's important to note that this feature works only if you have an Amazon account set up, so make sure you have one before you start. If you're using a Samsung device, you can check the settings menu to see if this feature is already set up and configured.
Erase details
With the Find My Device feature enabled, you’ll be able to locate your mobile device if it is lost or stolen. You can also set up the alarm settings on your mobile device through the Find my Device app.
Use geo technology to take the remote control and delete details. Samsung has its smart assistant called S-Voice and only requires that you have a Google account. If you've lost your phone somewhere around the house, this app can make your phone vibrate, and even if your phone is set to be silent, the sound will play through your speakers.
You can also sign in to https://myaccount.google.com, then go to Find Your Phone and see your phone’s location on a map. After that, you'll also be able to reset your device's password.
Be careful using this feature. Your phone can be tracked if your location services are enabled and connected to the internet. This makes it easier for your phone to be stolen by a thief.
An iPhone user needs to download the Find My iPhone app. Once it's installed, you'll be able to locate your phone on a map by going to https://my.icloud.com/ and signing in with the Apple ID you use for your device.
You can also turn off your phone and lock it. You'll get an alert saying that you've turned your phone off, and then it will lock itself. You can also put a message on the lock screen if it's lost.
Take Assistance
If you don’t get your phone back, call your carrier and tell them to erase all of the data on your phone remotely. That means that even if someone gets through your password protections, they won’t be able to access your personal information.
Before you decide to do this, you have to be sure you’re prepared to live without the convenience of your phone. If you want to see if you can be tracked by someone else, just log into the Amazon app. Call your cell service provider and tell them your phone has been stolen if your phone is stolen.
Sharing Pictures Safely
When you upload a photo to Facebook, it appears in your News Feed, where you can share it with your friends. You can also send an email or post a photo on Twitter. If you want to share a photo with someone who doesn’t have a Facebook account, you can email it to them as an attachment.
In the early days of social media, sharing photos online was a risky proposition. Back then, no one had a clue about photo sharing etiquette or the dangers of posting intimate images online without permission. Today, there are plenty of options for creating a safe space for sharing photos—with some of the best solutions offered by a growing list of photo-sharing apps.
The critical thing to remember is that the internet is filled with bad actors, and most people don't realize the potential risks of sharing pictures online. Use these tips to help keep your photos safe online.
Safe Sexting
It’s one thing to take a picture of yourself in your underwear. It’s another to send it to someone else. And yet another to send it to someone who wants to see you naked. With mobile devices becoming more powerful and our reliance on them is getting even higher.
There is always a possibility that a smartphone will be hacked or misused. This is especially true for sexting, where text messages between partners are sent without the other party’s consent.
While sexting has become a popular form of flirting and foreplay among teens, it can also lead to risky consequences. You need to know the dangers of sexting to protect yourself from these risks and enjoy safe sexting. Sexting keeps distant relationships healthy. However, before sext, keep specific points in mind.
- Do not include identifiable things such as face
- Use self-destructed apps for photos
- Do change password
- Do not synchronize your photos
Safe Riding Transports
Using online driving services has become quite common. Many women are concerned about their safety when they ride public transportation. But a woman can still feel safe and protected if she knows the following things about her mode of transportation and how to stay safe.
Here are some tips to keep in mind for women who ride public transport:
- Check driver's review
- Be sure to check the driver's license and confirm his details before sitting on the ride
- Track the route
- If something isn't right, get out of the transport
Keeping Yourself Away from Surveillance of Abusive Partner
Your life should be private; you should be able to do what you want, when you want and with whom you want. According to this principle, your space and time should be free from unwanted intrusions.
Boundary means not allowing someone access to your physical space or electronic devices. It also means not letting them see you, hear you, or read what you write. These are basic ways to protect yourself from surveillance
If you're worried that your partner or spouse might be spying on you via your smartphone, there are a few things you can do. You can block the GPS function in your phone. You can change your account settings to prevent access to your phone or tablet's web browser, including disabling location services.
You can also add a password to your email account. It may be annoying to log into your email whenever you want to check your mail, but it's better than not having a way to check if anyone is snooping around.
When it comes to keeping an abusive partner from spying on you or monitoring your online activities, you have some tools at your disposal. One such tool is to take steps to protect yourself from surveillance.
However, there are certain situations where you'll need to take further measures to protect your privacy. These measures include: deleting your browsing history, changing your browser's settings, and changing your IP address.
Basic Internet Safety Tips
It’s always best to start with the basics of internet safety. Here are 7 tips for implementing into your everyday activities on the internet.
Protect Information With Strong Passwords
You need to protect your personal information when creating a new password. Change your passwords often. Don't share your passwords with other people. Don't use every day, easy-to-guess passwords.
It's essential to store passwords securely. If you choose to use an encrypted password file on your computer or select another secure password storage method, protect the password file or your account.
Keep Personal Information Private
It’s essential to keep personal information private when signing up for something online. Do not enter your personal or financial information into websites that are not encrypted. If you're concerned that someone is misusing your credit card information online, use VPN to protect your information.
It is essential to protect your data offline as well as online. Once stolen, sensitive information can be increased online. It's important to remember to use your PIN pad when making purchases and to learn how to spot a credit card skimmer at gas pumps.
Using a chip-debit card will protect your financial information and keep it secure. Chip cards use a computer chip to hold and process the data used to make purchases. This technology makes the chip card more secure than a traditional magnetic stripe.
Make Sure Your Devices Are Secure
Use passwords and other security options like fingerprint readers and face scanning technology. According to one report, 30% of smartphone users don't use passwords, screen locks or other security features to lock their phones.
To protect your devices from theft or loss, secure all devices, including computers, phones, tablets, smartwatches and smart TVs, through a password that isn't easy to detect.
Pay Attention to Software Updates
Software updates are critical, and you want to ensure you stay secure by installing software updates promptly. Set up automatic software updates for all devices to get maximum benefit.
If you don't have automatic updates enabled or don't have automatic updates configured to download and install automatically, you can manually configure Windows to install updates when they're available.
Be Careful About wi-fi
Never connect to unsecured public wi-fi. Connect to your own home or office wi-fi instead. Avoid using open wi-fi networks as it exposes you to the risk of being hacked. Remember tip #1 and keep your password protected.
If you can't avoid wi-fi altogether, use common sense and be mindful of where you are. Even if you are in a coffee shop or restaurant, turn off wi-fi unless you are using it, or at least put up your laptop.
Don't let a signal override the need to stay safe. You can also use VPN to encrypt the traffic of wi-fi. For instance, ExpressVPN, NordVPN and Surfshark work best to protect public wi-fi connections.
Set Up Two-Factor Authentication
Set up two-factor authentication to prevent hackers from accessing your accounts and information. Two-factor authentication is a type of security that involves using an additional security factor besides a user’s password.
For example, this could be as simple as a one-time code sent via SMS text or an authenticator app on your phone. Adding a second security layer to your login credentials increases the likelihood of thwarting hacking attempts.
Back-Up Your Personal Data
On external hard drives, make sure to back up your important personal data, such as bank accounts, medical records, and financial information. Backing up your data is a great way to protect yourself from any problems that may occur along the way.
Through backup, you won't be worried about changing your password, even though you can reset your device many times to protect your data and get media files altogether.
Keep Antivirus Up to date
One thing that many people don’t know is that having an antivirus program isn’t enough. They should also have updates installed, especially if their computer is connected to the internet if you don't update your software regularly.
You could be putting yourself at risk, primarily if you use the same computer for work and home. Having malware installed on your computer could easily protect your personal information, such as Social Security Numbers, credit card numbers, and bank account information.
Share Little Information
There’s no point in sharing too much information about yourself online. Hackers use social engineering techniques to get us to reveal too much personal data. Don’t give away your actual email address, passwords, or anything else that could put you at risk.
If someone wants to steal your information, don’t give it to them in the first place. If you want to ensure that someone doesn’t steal your identity, share very little information.
If you want to avoid unwanted contact from stalkers, then be sure to keep your privacy settings high, and never give out personal information such as your address or phone number on your website or in any promotional material.
Use VPN to Protect Your Digital Life
The next time you are going on a digital adventure, be sure to protect yourself by using a Virtual Private Network (VPN). VPNs keep your data secure by encrypting all traffic you send and receive online.
If someone tries to hack into your data, they will not be able to see what you're sending and receiving. And if your internet provider is trying to track your activity, they will be unable to see the sites you visit, your IP address, or even your location. VPNs are available for almost every device.
You can use a VPN to connect to the internet through your cell phone, tablet, laptop, and more. Many different VPN services are on the market, but we have selected the best VPN services for iPhone and Android phones. These VPN services include ExpressVPN, NordVPN, and VyprVPN. To read more about VPNs, click here)
We chose these VPNs because they offer excellent customer support, easy-to-use apps, and strong encryption. ExpressVPN is one of the most popular VPN services on the market today. It offers unlimited bandwidth and servers in over 90 locations around the world. It also provides a 30-day money-back guarantee.
NordVPN has been around for years, and it is known as a strong privacy company that does not log user data. NordVPN uses military-grade encryption and provides unlimited bandwidth.
It has servers in over 70 locations around the world. VyprVPN is another excellent choice for a VPN service. It offers unlimited bandwidth and servers in over 40 areas across the globe. VyprVPN is based in Switzerland, and the Electronic Frontier Foundation has tested its network.
Conclusion
The internet has made it easier for everyone to share information. But sharing personal information on the internet is not without risk. As more and more women start using social media and the internet, there is increased concern about internet safety.
While it may seem like a daunting task to think about internet safety and security, women must become aware of the various threats they face online.
There are several dangers in today’s digital world, including online dating scams, identity theft, cyberbullying, and unwanted sexual advances. This guide will help you understand some of the most common threats women face while online and help you be protected in the digital era.