: Regularly check your phone settings to see which apps have access to your camera, microphone, and location. Deny access to any app that doesn't strictly need it.
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: Be wary of suspicious emails or texts asking for personal info. Organizations like the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) suggest always asking "why, how, and who" before sharing any data. : Regularly check your phone settings to see
: Always install software and OS updates immediately. These updates often include "patches" for security holes that hackers use to steal data. : Be wary of suspicious emails or texts
: Use external drives or encrypted cloud services to back up your data so you don't lose everything in case of a device failure or ransomware attack.
: Instead of reusing simple passwords, use tools like Google Password Manager or Bitwarden to generate and store complex, unique credentials for every site.