How will we ensure protection from the dangers that lie ahead?
This is an extremely useful feature, as we have access to them wherever we are, but on the other hand, the issue of their security is open, something that was recently seen with the theft of celebrity photos by hackers from Apple's corresponding service.
Below you can read some tips given by gizmag.com for online data security and ensuring our privacy.
Check how the smartphone makes copies of the photos we take
Many modern smartphones are likely to store photos and videos in cloud services, such as iCloud, OneDrive, etc. While this is convenient, it can mean that unflattering photos can be found in the "cloud". So, we make sure to disable the corresponding option for automatic upload. We do the same with applications that may work similarly, such as Instagram.
Furthermore, if we want to keep this feature, we must not forget that all photos that are stored in the "cloud" are not deleted even if we delete them from the device.
Use two-factor authentication
This is a feature that adds extra protection to our online accounts. The 2FA technique, as it is called in abbreviation, requires the entry of a second code to log in to an account. Usually, this is sent to our mobile phone or email. This feature is provided by the most popular cloud services, such as Google, Dropbox, iCloud and others. It may not be as easy to use as a method, but it helps protect us.
Use strong passwords
Strong, complex passwords and passphrases are the number one security tip on the web, and that goes for cloud services, too. A strong account or passphrase is made up of a combination of lowercase and uppercase letters, numbers, and special characters. The longer a password, the more secure it is.
At the same time, it is recommended not to use the same password for different accounts, and to change them every six months.
However, it is obvious that it is impossible to have different passwords memorized for each account. One solution is to use special programs, such as LastPass, which helps us create strong passwords and remember which site they are for.
Always keep a backup of files offlineIn short, don't rely entirely on online data storage.
Use common sense
It may sound silly to some, but it's worth repeating that storing data such as credit card details, account numbers, and other sensitive personal data has no place online.
Nothing on the internet is 100% secure, so if it could cause you a problem, make sure to save it on other media.
