Some people think the internet is the ideal place to store their data. After all, with password security systems and the creation of the "cloud," it's increasingly common for various types of personal data to be stored online every day.
However, a study conducted by Axur, an online monitoring and risk company, found that the number of attempted data thefts on the internet increased by 64,5% in the second quarter of 2019.
And we can't disagree with that fact. Nowadays, it has become much easier for robbery and fraud to occur, even more so than in physical locations.
One of the most widely discussed predictions is that, in the near future, all crime will cease to occur in physical locations and will shift to online means, that is, to the internet.
But that doesn't mean we can't protect ourselves with some simple habits. For this reason, we've created this post to show you how it's possible to protect your personal data online and have more security!
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Internet crimes
As we mentioned, internet accidents are becoming increasingly common. Among the numerous accidents and crimes committed, see below which are the most frequent:
• Data theft: Data such as your name, ID, CPF (Brazilian tax identification number), and credit card information can be stolen if you enter them on a website or site used for theft.
• Creating fake profiles: If you frequently accept friend requests from strangers on social media, you may have a fake profile on your account! These are used to collect personal information;
• Website plagiarism: If you find an unusual promotion, it may be that the website is plagiarizing the original site, providing fake sales to capture your card details;
• Fake emails: Fake emails with promotions and information are also common among internet crimes!
Precautions to keep your data protected
Now that you know the most common types of crimes committed on the internet, see below for some valuable tips to help you protect yourself:
Clear your cookies and history.
Always clear your browsing history and website cookies whenever possible. Sometimes, information can be stored by suspicious websites or tools.
Don't save your passwords.
Although it's a bit more work, not saving your passwords in browsers can ensure greater security and reduce the risk of data theft.
Be careful when shopping online.
If you want to buy one solar control film, dentin spoon, or some service of forklift rentalFor example, it is often better to go to the physical store than to make the purchase on dubious websites.
Be careful on social media.
As we mentioned throughout the post, social media is full of people with bad intentions. Don't accept requests from strangers and be careful not to share your personal information.
The risk of your social media profile being hacked is high. For this reason, be careful on all social networks and media platforms.
Follow these tips and stay protected.
Throughout the post, the importance of protecting oneself, even in an environment as receptive as the internet, became clear.
Data theft, creation of fake profiles, website plagiarism, and the sending of fake emails are the most common and easiest crimes to commit, and they manage to deceive many people.
Therefore, factors such as clearing your cookies and browsing history, not saving your passwords, being careful with purchases, and knowing how to use social media correctly are the best precautions you can take to stay safe.
What do you think about trying some of these tips? Did you like the post? Tell us, we want to know your opinion!
This article was written by Rafaela Ricardo, Content Creator at Industrial Solutions.
