Mindful Social Media Sharing Tips
Let's talk about the concept of mindful sharing on social media. Take a moment to consider the below sample post. At first glance, it might seem innocent, and you may have even posted something similar recently. However, it's vital to be aware of the potential risks associated with unintentionally sharing personal information, which could be exploited in social engineering attacks or compromise your passwords. Could you be sharing too much on social media? Read our full blog to learn more.
Our sample post casually reveals names, dates, locations, and more, all of which could be used by malicious actors to target you. Here are our top tips to help you safeguard your digital identity:
- Opt for using a middle initial, your first name and last initial, or just your last name instead of sharing your full name on social media.
- Tighten your privacy settings by restricting post and photo visibility to your connections only.
- Make a routine of reviewing and adjusting your privacy settings regularly.
- Exercise caution when dealing with duplicated friend accounts; one might be genuine, while the other could be an imposter.
- Avoid listing important dates, such as anniversaries or birthdays, in your bio, as even individuals not connected with you can still access your bio information.