Social media security
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This document provides tips and information for securing social media accounts and protecting personal information online. It recommends securing WiFi networks and passwords, using two-step verification, antivirus software, and being cautious about sharing private details. Specific password manager programs and privacy settings for social media sites like Facebook are outlined. The document also addresses risks like credit card fraud and scams, and safe practices for online shopping and using public WiFi networks. Links to additional cyber safety resources are provided.
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- 1. Social Media Security District IV TRTA Hindie Becker Dershowitz October 17, 2014
- 2. Protect Yourself 1. Secure your WiFi 2. Think before you share 3. Stop, Look and Review before clicking 4. Secure Passwords 5. Two Step Verifications 6. Lock your device 7. Log off computer 8. Use your own device/computer for personal data 9. Be an online Detective 10.Run Antivirus software on devices and computers
- 3. Password Programs 1Password: Mac, Windows, IDevice, Androids Dashlane: Mac, Windows, IDevice, Androids
- 4. Protect your Privacy ● Don’t include ALL your information ● Set strict Privacy Settings ● Don’t tag post with specific location ● Be Aware of who you friend or follow ● Log out on public devices ● Internet security software
- 6. Free WiFi
- 7. Credit Card/Debit Card Fraud ● Check your online credit card statements and bank statements ● Request credit profile o Equifax o Experian o TransUnion o Innovis ● Add Fraud alerts to your credit
- 8. SCAM ● S: Be stingy with your personal information ● C: Check your financial information regularly ● A: Ask for copy of your credit report annually ● M: Maintain careful records of all of your accounts Forbes: http://www.forbes.com/sites/abegarver/2012/09/11/the-top-five-dangers-of-online- shopping-precautions-to-take/
- 9. Online Shopping ● Use encrypted websites: https ● Only shop when on secure networks ● Only shop at known stores/websites o Be a detective if you are not sure ● Read online reviews very carefully
- 11. More Social Media ● Follow your Passion o FlipBoard o Twitter o StumbleUpon ● Coupons o Grocery Stores o Groupon, o RetailMeNot o SnipSnap o Snap by Groupon o QR codes
- 12. How much do you really know about Social Media: Buzz Feed http://goo.gl/zoY7cc
- 13. TRTA 2014 Social Media Handout http://goo.gl/t0AYFP
- 14. Facebook Privacy Setting Settings Privacy Who Can See My Stuff? Who Can Contact Me? Who Can Look Me Up?
- 15. Facebook Follower Settings Who can see most of your posts Each time you post you can change
- 16. Caller ID ● Type phone number into internet o 800notes.com
Editor's Notes
- cautious of suspicious email. send it to spam if it sounds too good to be true, it is Location services on pictures? secure password program: Dashlane two step verification
- Click on picture and it will give you a brief synopsis
- make sure your only go to https websites
- request free credit check once a year
- look for fake reviews, be skeptical that lack detail and are too positive, look for similar reviews. see where their review link takes you
- TRTA is on Facebook Be Aware of your settings, be wary when info on sites try sending you to other sites.