Thread by @onearunn

If u come across a tempting link,
No harm in analysing it at @virustotal (virustotal.com)

It will take u few seconds but will assure a safer online experience.

#CyberSecurityAwarenessMonth

PS: important when u receive a shortened link (e.g. bit.ly/ow.ly)

Imagine same key 4 all the locks - loose the key and u loose the access.

This applies to passwords/passphrases as well

Use separate passwords/passphrases for different logins

Consider a password manager e.g. @LastPass

#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

Set the system (PC/mac/smartphone) to update "automatically"

#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

@WindowsUpdate @linuxfoundation @Apple

Install/buy genuine Windows, else opt for @linuxfoundation distro (@ubuntu for amazing graphics)

#CyberSecurityAwarenessMonth

"Buy" an Anti-virus - Period

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PS: atleast :)

Check websites/links 4 padlock 🔒 icon 4 assurance on secure protocol.

Treat padlock as ur house lock - If the lock is not there, there's some1 else in.

@HTTPSEverywhere
#CyberSecurityAwarenessMonth

PS: remember if it's a shortened link, check on @virustotal - make it a habit

In @Android PlayStore check the library section (pic).

It contains all apps u installed across devices.

U can ask each app-owner to permanently remove data captured about u while u were using the app or otherwise.

It’s ur option, exercise it

#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

To check if your data (email, password, DOB etc.) was part of a data breach.

Go to haveibeenpwned.com and enter your email address.

This will show u details of breaches u were part of in last 05 years. Go check @haveibeenpwned thanks @troyhunt

#CyberSecurityAwarenessMonth

We often subscribe 2 online services & seldom read their terms f services.

Most wud say - too long and legal 2 understand

Worry not, an online service highlights privacy issues in terms of service.
@ToSDR
Browser add-ons: tosdr.org

#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

Do this on Facebook @facebookapp

Goto: Settings > Security and login > Where you're logged in > see all (in pics)

Review the list and "logout" from devices you don't want to remain logged in.

#CyberSecurityAwarenessMonth

Spammers use services by readnotify.com/didtheyreadit.… to know when you open, re-open, fwd the email

Avoid giving them any hint of your interests by doing so

You may use services by mailinator.com for throwaway/limited time email use

#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

Online Ads may trick you into clicking and landing at malicious websites, they are annoying too 😜

You can utilise @ublockorigin's add-on to block ads on almost all browser versions.

Get it here: ublockorigin.com

#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

Turn-Off (may) this today (in pics):

-Off-Facebook activity | Settings>Your Facebook Info>Off Facebook activity

-Logged in with Facebook | Settings>Security>Apps and Websites>Logged in with Facebook

-Turn-Off settings in Apps, websites and games

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Let's do this:
Goto @gmail app > your account name > manage ur Google account > Data and personalization > Pause ur Web, App, location & @YouTube history (follow GIF)

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