Digital privacy is the protection of a person's online information such as messages, passwords, location, and personal data from being accessed by an alien without permission. Everything done online can be tracked and used.Â
Encryption: Is defined as a security process that scatters data so that only someone with the correct key can understand or read it.
Virtual Private Network (VPN): It is a stool that can hide one's data and IP address by encrypting your data in order to create a private connection.
Privacy Policy: This is a legal document that explains what personal information a website, app, or company collects, how they use it, and protect it.
Malware: These are programs designed to damage devices, steal data, or disrupt computer systems. E.g. Viruses and worms.
Social Engineering: This is used to trick people into giving away personal information by pretending to be someone trustworthy.
Phishing: This is a type of social engineering where attackers send fake emails, messages, or links to trick people into sharing personal information like passwords and bank details.
Ransom Ware: This is a form of blackmail. Victim's files are locked, encrypted, and a ransom is demanded in exchange for restoring access.
Disable analytics on your phone
Delete unused apps and remove app access to social sites
Installing privacy extensions to your browser
Consider encryption
Opt-out of "improve this software" options.
Consider a VPN.