Three Benefits To Protecting Your Digital Data

Did you know: If you are a new computer or smartphone owner, you are a top target for hackers and/or spies to try and steal your information. If you picked up a new piece of technology over the holiday season, this post is for you! 

Here are three benefits to protecting your personal data:
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• The Threat of Identity Fraud is Lessened - When your personal information is properly protected, and kept safe, you become immune to identity fraud. Identity Fraud is responsible for billions of $$ lost each year. The more information you make public, the more vulnerable you are to being lured into scams, or having your private data exposed, or even getting into legal trouble. You do not want to get caught up in an identity fraud mess - and you can prevent it simply by effectively protecting your private information.

• Your Data Stays Out of the Wrong Hands - Have you ever wondered why, or how a certain website seems to have tailored products and services specifically for you? It’s most likely because they already have access to a lot of your information. Granted, some data about yourself is always going to be public, especially because of social media. However, social media companies cannot always stop troublemakers from viewing your information, and that is up to you to prevent. By limiting the data you publicly post online, you decrease the chances of your private data being accessed by others. Think to yourself: does this really need to be out there? If the answer is no, then it’s best to leave it off the internet. You never know who, or what, may be accessing your information after it gets out there.  

• Protection From the Future - With how quickly technology is advancing these days, it’s only a matter of time before every piece of equipment we have in our homes has access to the internet (such as refrigerators, dishwashers, toasters, etc.). Keeping your current data secure will prevent future issues from unfolding when these scenarios eventually occur. You do not want to risk a data leak in the future, through unknown means. Protecting your data NOW means protection from future headaches and disasters. 

​Are you looking to protect your new computer, smartphone, or technological device? Feel free to leave a comment down below, or call us at 989-255-9292, and we will be more than happy to help you work through the confusion.