From last week's Facebook privacy concerns to online identity scams that always pop up, you're probably watching over who has your information on the Internet.
That's why the WUSA9 Verify Team has tips from professionals to help you clean your digital devices.
First, experts at the National Cyber Security Alliance say it all: they eliminate clutter by removing applications and operating systems from those who no longer use them. This also frees up more storage space for a longer battery life.
Make sure you unsubscribe from unwanted emails. When old files are deleted, a single recycle bin does not work. To completely remove the files, you need a program to remove them from your device by putting random data in the place of your information that can not be recovered.
Eraser , Disk Wipe and ShredIt some offer a version free test programs deleting data files.
A strong password is not enough to prevent the piracy of your online accounts. To protect these accounts, enable powerful authentication tools, such as: A unique unique code, through an application on your mobile device, biometric data, or security key.
Make sure that you use all of your privacy and security settings on all social networking sites that you use to ensure that you know what information is shared and shared about you. Sites like Google have a privacy control that lets you customize the data that Google uses for you.
The WUSA9 researchers also discovered this useful site called justdelete.me . Add sites and let them know if it's easy, difficult or impossible to delete your account.
The Better Business Bureau also has a "Protect Your Identity" tag, which includes free on-site shredding services, electronic recycling and other tips to help protect your identity. You can find the list of participating sites by this click.
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