Thread by @STCnaija

@cyberexpertsng @bictrwanda @CyberInAfrica @CyberSpaceKenya @CyberAwareTn @she_secures @kaagber @RemiAfon @safeonline_NG @nogofallmaga @bantu_tech Here goes...

We typically emphasize securing and protecting our data, especially those shared on the internet.

Today, we want to take a different approach. We will be focusing on learning to filter what we post on the internet, especially on social media.

#DPD2021

@cyberexpertsng @bictrwanda @CyberInAfrica @CyberSpaceKenya @CyberAwareTn @she_secures @kaagber @RemiAfon @safeonline_NG @nogofallmaga @bantu_tech By doing so, we will reduce the amount of personal information we share with the public, thereby reducing what bad guys know about us.

@cyberexpertsng @bictrwanda @CyberInAfrica @CyberSpaceKenya @CyberAwareTn @she_secures @kaagber @RemiAfon @safeonline_NG @nogofallmaga @bantu_tech Social media has become a huge source of information about people and organizations, and one of the reasons is because people share too much. We let our guard down here and many assume that only our loved ones see what they share.

@cyberexpertsng @bictrwanda @CyberInAfrica @CyberSpaceKenya @CyberAwareTn @she_secures @kaagber @RemiAfon @safeonline_NG @nogofallmaga @bantu_tech So what can you do?

+ Don't post your personal information like addresses (school, work, home, favorite spots), travel plans, etc online. You do not want the wrong people knowing where to find you.

@cyberexpertsng @bictrwanda @CyberInAfrica @CyberSpaceKenya @CyberAwareTn @she_secures @kaagber @RemiAfon @safeonline_NG @nogofallmaga @bantu_tech + Don't share information about loved ones. If you must do, ensure you seek consent. Not everyone wants certain things about them to be shares online.

@cyberexpertsng @bictrwanda @CyberInAfrica @CyberSpaceKenya @CyberAwareTn @she_secures @kaagber @RemiAfon @safeonline_NG @nogofallmaga @bantu_tech + Avoid sharenting - sharing too much about your kids online.

This is becoming a disturbing trend, especially among new parents who are excited about their kids and what they do. One of the dangers is the presence of pedophiles, groomers, and kidnappers on social media.

@cyberexpertsng @bictrwanda @CyberInAfrica @CyberSpaceKenya @CyberAwareTn @she_secures @kaagber @RemiAfon @safeonline_NG @nogofallmaga @bantu_tech + Make your account private. Only connect with people you know or can verify their identities. A lot of accounts are anonymous or catfish.

@cyberexpertsng @bictrwanda @CyberInAfrica @CyberSpaceKenya @CyberAwareTn @she_secures @kaagber @RemiAfon @safeonline_NG @nogofallmaga @bantu_tech + Don't click on unknown links even when sent by someone you know.

Many hacked accounts on social media are used to send links to followers via direct message. When clicked, they take users to sites designed to get information from the user for malicious purposes.

@cyberexpertsng @bictrwanda @CyberInAfrica @CyberSpaceKenya @CyberAwareTn @she_secures @kaagber @RemiAfon @safeonline_NG @nogofallmaga @bantu_tech There are several other tips on being cautious about what you post online, but we chose to highlight a few.

Kindly share some of the ones you find effective.

Part 2 of this thread - covering mobile app permissions, will be covered tomorrow.

#DataPrivacyDay