Let's take care of ourselves.
Also online.

1. Use encryption communicators.

Encryption helps protect sensitive data. It is worth using it even in text conversations. Example: encrypting messenger Signal.

2. When clicking on links and opening documents be careful.

Don't click on suspicious links, regularly refresh your software and use antivirus software, such as ESET Internet Security
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3. Secure your computer's drive.

Windows users (7 Ultimate and 8, 8.1 and 10 Professional) can use the Bitlocker feature, for example. All versions of Windows VeraCrypt can be used. For files in the cloud, it is worth using Cryptomator.

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4. Use passwords wisely.

It is best to have a separate password for each site. In order not to get lost, we can use a password manager, such as Last Pass, KeePass or other.

5. Use two-step verification.

The second level of privacy protection can be to send a code to the phone. It provides an additional barrier to intruders and protects our mail, social or business accounts.

6. Choose HTTPS.

The sites we use should use the secure https protocol. We can add the HTTPS Everywhere plugin in the browser, which enforces an HTTPS type connection. It is available for Chrome, Firefox, Opera and Firefox / Android browsers.

7. Use a VPN.

VPN, or Virtual Private Network, creates a kind of tunnel for the transmission,. Data with location secrecy. It is advisable when using public Wi-Fi networks.

8. Be careful with incognito mode.

It's just not quite private, and even in incognito mode we don't become ourselves 'invisible' in the network.

9. Think secure search engine.

Although Google reigns supreme on the web, there are alternatives to it, such as DuckDuckGo,. Which provides anonymity. Keep in mind, however, that thanks to the data collected. Google searches are characterized by high precision and accuracy.

So many warnings and hints. We hope they will be helpful. The conclusion is simple - it's worth "taking care of yourself" online.

May it serve us safely, in work, business, study and entertainment.