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Home » Cyber Hygiene: Daily, Weekly and Monthly Habits to Keep Your Online Life Clean

Cyber Hygiene: Daily, Weekly and Monthly Habits to Keep Your Online Life Clean

Staff Writer by Staff Writer
April 19, 2024
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In an era dominated by digital interactions, maintaining good cyber hygiene is paramount to safeguarding your personal data, devices, and digital identities from ever-evolving cyber threats. 

Trevor Cooke, the online privacy expert at EarthWeb, emphasizes the importance of adopting daily cyber hygiene practices to protect yourself against various cyber risks.

Trevor’s Healthy Online Habits

1.  Change Your Passwords

  • Frequency: Monthly

Trevor says, ‘Creating strong, unique passwords for each online account is crucial in preventing unauthorized access to your sensitive information.’

Avoid using common phrases, birthdates, or easily guessable combinations. Instead, opt for a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.

Consider using a reputable password manager to generate and securely store passwords, making it easier to manage and update them regularly.

2.  Scan Your Device For Viruses

  • Frequency: Weekly

Regularly scanning your device for viruses and malware helps ensure that your system remains free from malicious threats that could compromise your security.

Trevor advises, ‘Use reliable antivirus software to conduct weekly scans, as it can detect and remove any potential threats lurking on your device. Keep your antivirus software up to date to stay protected against the latest malware strains and cyber threats.’

3.  Check For Updates

  • Frequency: Bi-weekly

Keeping your operating system, applications, and antivirus software up to date is essential for patching security vulnerabilities and protecting against emerging threats.

Set aside time every two weeks to check for and install any available updates. Enable automatic updates whenever possible to ensure that your software is always equipped with the latest security patches and enhancements.

4.  Backup Your Data

  • Frequency: Weekly

Regularly backing up your data is critical for protecting against data loss due to hardware failure, malware attacks, or ransomware infections.

Create backups of your critical files and documents every week, storing them in secure locations such as cloud storage or external hard drives.

Consider using automated backup solutions to streamline the process and ensure that your data is consistently protected.

5.  Review App Permissions

  • Frequency: Monthly

Trevor remarks, ‘Periodically reviewing and managing app permissions on your devices helps minimize the risk of unauthorized access to your personal information.’

Take the time each month to review the permissions granted to mobile apps and revoke any unnecessary access. Limit app permissions to essential functions only and be cautious when granting access to sensitive data such as location or contacts.

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6.  Check For The Latest Scams

  • Frequency: Weekly

Staying informed about the latest cyber threats and scams is essential for protecting yourself against online risks.

Dedicate time each week to educate yourself on emerging threats, cybersecurity best practices, and common scam tactics.

Trevor suggests, ‘Follow reputable cybersecurity blogs, subscribe to security newsletters, and stay updated on cybersecurity news to enhance your knowledge and awareness.’

7.  Empty Your Spam Folder

  • Frequency: Bi-weekly

Regularly emptying your email spam folder helps prevent potential phishing attacks and malware infections.

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Phishing emails often end up in the spam folder, but it’s important to regularly review and delete them to avoid accidentally clicking on malicious links or downloading harmful attachments. Empty your spam folder every two weeks to keep your inbox clean and secure.

8.  Clear Out Caches and Browser History

  • Frequency: Monthly

Clearing out caches and browser history on your devices helps remove stored data that could be exploited by cybercriminals.

This includes cookies, temporary files, and browsing history that may contain sensitive information.

Set aside time each month to clear out caches and browser history on your devices, reducing the risk of unauthorized access to your personal data.

Trevor underscores the significance of integrating these cyber hygiene habits into one’s routine. He states, ‘Practicing good cyber hygiene is not just about protecting yourself from known threats but also staying vigilant against emerging cyber risks.

By adopting these cyber habits consistently, individuals can strengthen their defenses and navigate the digital world safely and securely.’

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