In today’s digital world, a simple password is no longer enough to protect your sensitive data. You need a multi-layered defense. Here are three quick security upgrades you can implement right now:
Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): This is the single most effective step. It requires a second verification code (usually sent to your phone) in addition to your password, making it almost impossible for hackers to access your accounts. Turn it on for email, banking, and social media.
Use a Password Manager: Stop reusing the same five passwords. A password manager (like LastPass or 1Password) creates and securely stores unique, complex passwords for every site, protecting you if one company suffers a breach.
Learn to Spot Phishing: Be highly suspicious of unsolicited emails or texts asking for personal information or urgent action. If it seems too good or too scary to be true, it’s probably a scam. Never click a link or download an attachment from an unfamiliar sender
