Data Breach Alert: Safeguard your personal data by securing browsing experience with THESE 4 simple tips

With new viruses coming every day and data breaches happening across the globe there is a need for users to have a secure browsing experience. Digital Privacy has become significant. Here is how you can secure your browsing experience and protect your personal data.

Here are some tips to secure user’s browsing experience-  

Updating the browsers now and then:
While it is true that browsers have many vulnerabilities, their developers usually address those vulnerabilities by releasing patches. Installing browser updates as soon as they are available gives users an edge over vulnerabilities present in their current browser version. 

Carefully choose plug-ins:
While convenient, browser-plugins can also have vulnerabilities or, even worse — be malicious. Choose browser plug-ins only from reliable providers, and always ensure that the latest updates are installed. 

Choose the right antivirus software:
Malicious software on computers can wreak all kinds of havoc, from annoying pop-ups to scanning for personal information. Users are always at risk of clicking perilous links. If one is sharing a computer with multiple people in a household or at workplace, it’s worthwhile to set up antivirus software, especially on Windows computers. 

There are multiple antivirus softwares available but not all are reliable, hence it is necessary to do the research and choose the right software based on your needs.

Beware of phishing:
Hackers often use phishing techniques to distribute exploiting kits aimed at unpatched vulnerabilities in browsers. The best way to protect from phishing attempts is to learn to recognise them. Generally, one must not open emails or messages from unknown senders. Never click on links or open attachments unless you are sure that the communication is from a legitimate source.

Even if you recognize the sender, inspect their email address or social media profile before engaging with the content to verify the sender’s profile has not been cloned. If possible, confirm with each sender individually via another channel whether they really sent the message. Moreover, be suspicious of any messages you receive that contain many grammatical and spelling mistakes, use urgent requests, or ask you to provide personal information.