About Lesson
Overview: Personal data includes any information that can be used to identify you: name, address, date of birth, login details, photos, etc. Keeping this information secure prevents identity theft and data misuse.
Best Practices:
- Use strong, unique passwords for each account
- Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
- Avoid posting sensitive personal information on social media
- Lock your devices with passwords or biometrics
- Be cautious about sharing data on public or unknown websites
Example Scenario: Emma uses the same password for her email, shopping account, and social media. One of the platforms is breached, and a hacker gains access to her email and resets other passwords, locking her out of everything. Emma should have used unique passwords and enabled 2FA.