June, 2025

How to Keep Your Accounts Safe After a Data Breach

You may have heard recent news that 16 billion login credentials and passwords were exposed in multiple data breaches since the beginning of the year. Big names like Apple, Microsoft, Google, and Facebook all have affected customers. News like this can be scary. However, it’s important to remember that there are things you can do to keep your accounts safe. First, change your passwords for any accounts associated with the breach. Use strong passwords that are at least 12 characters with a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters. Also, make sure you’re not reusing passwords across multiple accounts. Then, consider the following for additional security. Turn on multi-factor authentication. This offers an extra layer of security to your accounts by requiring an...