In this episode of Byte Sized Security, host Marc David dives deep on best practices for locking down your online accounts, including:

• Creating strong, unique passwords - Using passphrases, password managers, proper length and complexity
• Enabling multi-factor authentication - Using authenticator apps, security keys, SMS codes, and other factors
• Securing MFA backup codes - Storing offline, not on your computer
• Using advanced authentication options - Like biometrics and video selfie verification when available
• Monitoring account activity - Setting up alerts for suspicious logins, transactions, and changes
• Revoking unnecessary third-party account access
• Turning on enhanced security settings - Like fraud monitoring and access restrictions
• Responding to account breaches - Changing passwords, contacting companies, freezing credit
• Maintaining good account hygiene - Signing out, updating credentials periodically, deleting unused accounts

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I do hope you enjoyed this episode of the podcast. Here's some helpful resources including any sites that were mentioned in this episode.

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Sites Mentioned in this Episode

• More than a Password - Multifactor authentication (MFA) can make you much more secure. Taking the extra step beyond just a password can protect your business, online purchases, bank accounts, and even your identity from potential hackers.
• People Are Still Terrible at Creating Passwords
• How To Freeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion - This article from Clark Howard provides excellent guidance on how to freeze and unfreeze your credit with the three major credit bureaus to prevent identity theft.
• Five things to do to protect yourself online | FTC Consumer Advice
• Threat Modeling: The First Step on Your Privacy Journey - Privacy Guides - An excellent resource to figure out how to balance security, privacy and usability.

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