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Delete old unnecessary posts

2. Make your accounts secure

Do you have that one password for almost all of your accounts (because it's easier to remember)?

A animation depicting someone using "password123" for many logins.

Time to make a change!

I started to ditch passwords that are easy to guess and switched to unique and complex ones for each individual accounts.

If this seems like a lot, you can use a password manager to keep everything safe.

I also used two-factor authentication (2FA) just to double that layer of protection.

An animation depicting a person using two-factor authentication on a phone and laptop.

Now, I have peace of mind by knowing what things I can control to protect myself.

Oprah shouting for joy. The text reads: "Me after securing my accounts".

Did you know?

Just 30% of people around the globe enable multi-factor authentication for data security.

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3. Build your data privacy habit

What do you do when an app or a website asks for access?

Michael Scott from The Office saying, "I declare privacy!"

Think carefully before you hit that "Allow" button!

Now, I make sure to:

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Stay informed and updated. You'll thank yourself.

Quiz

What is the best thing to do when trying a new game app recommended by an influencer?

Answer:

Allow only necessary permissions

Take Action

70% of people using the internet around the world have taken steps to protect their digital identity.

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You can do it too!

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Why should you think twice before sharing anything online?

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Imagine going about your day, and suddenly, you get a notification about a login attempt to your social media account, and it's definitely not you!

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I’ve totally been there before. Social media is fun until it isn't.

I had a few other experiences that really opened my eyes to how at-risk we all are online.

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In today’s digital world, knowing how to protect your online identity and privacy is a must.

Why should you care about your digital identity

Digital identity is all the information about you that’s out there online.

Some of this information can be your:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Driver’s license number

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Like most people, I use the Internet for everyday things like ordering food, shopping, paying bills, and — you guessed it right — social media.

In fact, more than half of the world's population uses social media. The graph below shows the rise in users over time.

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Social media can put your personal data at risk, without you even noticing it.

Be mindful of the data you share to keep you safe from privacy issues like apps tracking your location, people stealing your identity, and trolls spreading false information.

There are also scams and fraud cases that have started from social media contact.

Take the following steps to protect your digital identity!

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Did you know?

Only 58% of people around the world say they actually understand what "digital identity" means.

1. Review your online presence

How many articles, videos, podcasts, and discussion groups have you visited online?

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Your digital footprint is all the information that you create by using the internet for any activities.

When I started to list all my accounts, I was shocked to see how much personal information I shared online! I deleted old, unnecessary accounts and made small changes to my online behavior.

A girl saying, "I was just pushing myself for self-preservation."

Like me, you can take these small actions to limit and manage your online information:

  • Go ahead and Google yourself and check out all the search results.

  • List all your socials and all other accounts you made for emails, forums, and shopping sites.

  • Review your content and privacy settings and fix everything about you that seems off.

Quiz

You got your first job and now you want to manage your online presence. Which is your best move?

2. Make your accounts secure

Do you have that one password for almost all of your accounts (because it's easier to remember)?

A animation depicting someone using "password123" for many logins.

Time to make a change!

I started to ditch passwords that are easy to guess and switched to unique and complex ones for each individual accounts.

If this seems like a lot, you can use a password manager to keep everything safe.

I also used two-factor authentication (2FA) just to double that layer of protection.

An animation depicting a person using two-factor authentication on a phone and laptop.

Now, I have peace of mind by knowing what things I can control to protect myself.

Oprah shouting for joy. The text reads: "Me after securing my accounts".

Did you know?

Just 30% of people around the globe enable multi-factor authentication for data security.

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3. Build your data privacy habit

What do you do when an app or a website asks for access?

Michael Scott from The Office saying, "I declare privacy!"

Think carefully before you hit that "Allow" button!

Now, I make sure to:

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Stay informed and updated. You'll thank yourself.

Quiz

What is the best thing to do when trying a new game app recommended by an influencer?

Take Action

70% of people using the internet around the world have taken steps to protect their digital identity.

You can do it too!

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2. Make your accounts secure

Do you have that one password for almost all of your accounts (because it's easier to remember)?

A animation depicting someone using "password123" for many logins.

Time to make a change!

I started to ditch passwords that are easy to guess and switched to unique and complex ones for each individual accounts.

If this seems like a lot, you can use a password manager to keep everything safe.

I also used two-factor authentication (2FA) just to double that layer of protection.

An animation depicting a person using two-factor authentication on a phone and laptop.

Now, I have peace of mind by knowing what things I can control to protect myself.

Oprah shouting for joy. The text reads: "Me after securing my accounts".

Did you know?

Just 30% of people around the globe enable multi-factor authentication for data security.

1

3. Build your data privacy habit

What do you do when an app or a website asks for access?

Michael Scott from The Office saying, "I declare privacy!"

Think carefully before you hit that "Allow" button!

Now, I make sure to:

Flaticon Icon

Stay informed and updated. You'll thank yourself.

Quiz

What is the best thing to do when trying a new game app recommended by an influencer?

Answer:

Allow only necessary permissions

Take Action

70% of people using the internet around the world have taken steps to protect their digital identity.

1

You can do it too!

A man points and says, "Click! Here we go!"

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