A Starter Guide to Protecting Your Data From Hackers and Corporations
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Summary
Matt Burgess, senior writer and security expert for WIRED, has shared his recommendations on how to quickly improve digital security for everyday people, including those who are not tech-savvy.
His key advice is to turn on multi-factor authentication for all online accounts, to use privacy-friendly browsers and search engines, to use a password manager, and to create unique passwords for each service used.
Additional recommendations include prioritising changes to online habits such as switching to a privacy-focused browser and search engine, using privacy-focused services and minimizing data collection, using non-US-based VPNs such as Proton VPN, using new email addresses for important and less important accounts, using burner emails, and preparing phones for travel.
Burgess also offers tips for those looking to protect their digital privacy at the US border and when using devices like Alexa.
He emphasises that individuals should have the freedom to act without surveillance or having their actions tracked, emphasising that privacy is a fundamental human right.
