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How to protect your email account from hackers
Posted on: 16/Dec/2016 4:20:38 PM
We spend so much time on our computers, emailing and making purchases that we don`t realize how trusting we have become but this is a warning we all should be cautious.
After all the news about the investigation into Russian hackers impacting the election, Yahoo has now discovered that hackers have stolen data from more than one billion user accounts.
It`s the biggest security breach in history.So, what can you do to bulk up your email security?
Six tips to help you stay safe:
For most internet users, popular emails clients like Outlook and Gmail will suffice - as long as you`re not sharing government secrets. Not only are they free, but will provide consistent security updates and privacy features built-in.
Your email login credentials: It is highly advised that you use a unique email address alongside a password that is lengthy, original and difficult to crack. Keep your password secret and don`t re-use the same one for every account.
Take advantage of two-factor authentication: Use two-factor authentication (2FA) to add another layer protection to your account. This feature has become increasingly popular in recent years and is now offered by most major websites that store sensitive data. It works by letting you add a second method of account verification, usually in the form of a text message or secondary email code and is an easy-to-use feature that can add an extra wall of security around your personal data.
Never click on suspicious, unwarranted links. Don`t log into linked accounts via your email client and beware of malicious spam. While most modern browsers will intercept many of these threats before you even see them, some will inevitably slip through the cracks.
While dealing with bank details, you can always use an extra layer of encryption. While most modern browsers use decent levels of cryptography and https connections, it may be worthwhile researching how to install the next level in security like Pretty Good Privacy (PGP).
Beware of public W-iFi: Many of these public Wi-Fi networks lack strong security protections, making it easy for hackers to capture passwords and gain access to your credit card and bank account information as you shop or conduct other financial transactions online.However, if you are on the move and simply have to use public Wi-Fi, at the very least use a good virtual private network (VPN) to offer a degree of protection.
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