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Personal Online Hygiene Security - If you have #Bitcoin be smart. (2 min read)

This list is intended to give you better protection against criminals. Please add your ideas at the end.

Protect your DNA
Secure any samples of your #DNA to prevent unauthorized access or misuse, while weighing the pros and cons of genetic information use.

Detect your leaked information on the #DarkWeb.

Use a forwarding address when dealing with unknowns
Employ a #forwarding address to shield your primary address from potential exposure when interacting with unfamiliar parties.

Compartmentalize your activities and data
Separate different areas of your #digital life to minimize exposure in case one area is compromised.

Privacy guard
Utilize services that help keep your #personal information private, such as WHOIS #privacy protection for domain registrations.

Opt out of personalized ads
Prevent companies from using your #personal data to tailor advertisements based on your browsing behavior.

Assess risks regularly
Periodically evaluate potential #security risks to your #digital assets and #personal information.

Monitor trackers in apps and on websites
Keep an eye on and manage #tracking technologies that collect your personal data while you browse online.

Use smart key for extra security
Employ a physical #security key device to enhance the protection of your online accounts.

Opt-out of caller ID listings
Ensure that your phone number is not publicly available through #caller ID services to maintain privacy.

Self-host where possible
Host your own #services and #data to maintain greater control and reduce dependency on third-party providers.

Be careful with mail signatures
Use caution when including #signatures in emails to avoid inadvertently sharing sensitive information.

Be careful with auto-replies, they might reveal when you are away
Configure auto-replies in a way that does not disclose when you are not available or other personal details.

Don't reveal too much online
Avoid sharing excessive #personal details on the internet to prevent #identity theft or other risks.

Think of all interactions as public
Assume that any information you share online could be seen by others, regardless of privacy settings.

Think of all interactions as permanent
Recognize that online interactions may persist long-term, even if you delete the content.

Think of all interactions as high risk
Consider all online interactions as potentially exposing your #personal information to risk.

Avoid publishing geo data while onsite
Refrain from sharing your exact #location in real-time on social media or other platforms.

Remove metadata before uploading media
Strip out #metadata from files and images before sharing to protect your privacy.

Consider aliasing or anonymous forwarding for emails
Use email #aliases or forwarding services to keep your primary email address confidential.

Use subaddressing for emails
Add tags or variations to your email address to better manage and filter incoming messages.

Use a custom domain for emails
Create a personalized email address using your own #domain for enhanced privacy and professionalism.

Sync emails with a client for backup
Back up your emails locally by syncing with an email #client to ensure you have copies of important messages.

Use plain text in emails
Send emails in #plain text to reduce the risk of exposing sensitive information through formatting.

Avoid connecting third-party apps to your email account
Refrain from linking your email account with third-party #applications to minimize security risks.

Don't share sensitive data via email
Avoid transmitting #confidential information through email to protect your privacy.

Maintain an IP blacklist
Manage a list of blocked #IP addresses to prevent unwanted access to your #network or services.

Implement image cloaking
Use techniques to obscure or mask image #metadata to prevent tracking and privacy violations.

Monitor your credit report regularly
Regularly check your #credit report to detect unauthorized activity or potential fraud.

Review security settings on your devices and accounts regularly
Periodically review and update the #security settings on your devices and online accounts to ensure they remain effective.

Protect your SSID (Wi-Fi network name) from revealing personal info
Choose a neutral #SSID name for your Wi-Fi network to avoid disclosing personal information.

Hide your SSID to prevent unauthorized access
Disable #SSID broadcasting to make your Wi-Fi network less visible to unauthorized users.

Use a guest network for visitors
Set up a separate network for #guests to keep your primary network secure.

Change your router's default IP
Modify the default #IP address of your #router to make it harder for attackers to find and exploit it.

Kill unused processes and services on your router
Turn off unnecessary #processes and #services on your router to reduce potential security risks.

Physically secure your router
Place your #router in a secure location to prevent tampering and unauthorized access.

Disable WiFi on all devices when not in use
Turn off #Wi-Fi on your devices when they are not in use to reduce exposure to potential threats.

Encrypt sensitive communications
Use #encryption methods to safeguard sensitive information during transmission.

Educate yourself on the latest security threats and updates
Stay informed about new #security threats and updates to keep your systems and data protected.

Choose the right mail protocol
Select secure #email protocols, like IMAP over SSL/TLS, to protect the confidentiality of your email communications.

Disable cloud-based management
Turn off features that rely on #cloud services to manage your data, keeping data handling local.

Disable unused remote access protocols
Deactivate #remote access protocols that you do not use to minimize potential security vulnerabilities.

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