We are starting to pay more and more attention to digital security and encryption is an essential part of that online safety. We see increased interest in encryption whether that be on messaging apps, web browsers, or online banking. While it would be perfect to have a single encryption system that would make all online activity safe from attacks, at this point in time, the best solution is to resort to separate encryption software options for various online services. Let’s take a look at the 5 best encryption software you can start using today.
One of the most common misconceptions is that the most popular browsers are also the most secure. In reality, almost the opposite is true. Some of the world’s most widely used and loved browsers like Google Chrome or Safari are not the best options if you want to retain your online security and ensure that your data stays safe and anonymous.
Instead, the safest choice when it comes to a browse is TOR. While using TOR, no one is able to see what you are doing online since the browser itself moves your traffic through various nodes, encrypting it numerous times so not even your ISP(internet service provider) can see what you are doing online. TOR is a great option to start with if you are just getting into online security and learning about all the ways that you can increase your digital safety instead of having all your data exposed without protection.
A VPN is essential for any internet user that is concerned with online safety and security. Not only do VPNs grant you anonymity on the web, but they also make sure that any personal data that you store online, will be protected and won’t end up in the wrong hands. VPNs protect you against third parties fishing for personal information that they can later use for advertising purposes as well as hackers or anyone who might just want to access your personal information. While there are countless options for a VPN, some of them even free, most of them will not do the job. It’s important to pick a VPN that is in our price range and that provides all the necessary features like Kill Switch, No-logs policy, etc. BlufVPN has all the features you want in a VPN and also has different options for payment plans, making it convenient to use for everyone.
You might be surprised that emails have their own encryption software but emails are extremely prone to hacking or data breaches as you might have experienced firsthand. This is important on a personal level as well as a professional level since so much of our daily tasks or responsibilities at work are tied to our email addresses. On top of that, your email providers can read every single email you send and receive, which is never a good thing, especially since these companies are known to sell data to third parties. The whole point of email encryption is to ensure that your email is as secure as any other platform and that no one, not even the service provider can read whatever you choose to discuss in your email. Proofpoint offers an easy solution to this problem with end-to-end encryption that will keep your information and emails secure, even from the provider itself.
While you may not need to encrypt your day-to-day casual conversations, there is still something unsettling about the fact that at any point someone could just read through your private conversations if they wanted to. It could be the app you’re using or a skilled hacker who’s determined to find something compromising or exploitable in your conversations. This is why all the conventional messaging apps are basically unsafe for sensitive data.
Instead, try switching to Signal, an open-source messaging app that uses end-to-end encryption. They protect text messages, as well as any calls or voice memos that are sent through their app. So if you are concerned about your private messages being read by a third party, use Signal instead of more popular messaging apps.
We are long past the days of having your birthday as a password but still, security concerns over passwords are still very much relevant. Users are much more at risk of getting hacked when they use simple passwords or have the same password for all or some of their accounts. Since all your passwords have to be different from one another and they have to be hard to guess and difficult to remember, you will need a tool to manage all of that information. The most convenient way to do that is to use a password manager, specifically LastPass, which will allow you to safely log into your accounts while knowing that your passwords are secure and well organized.
While there are other services that also use encryption software, these are the five most popular services through which you can easily elevate your security by simply using the appropriate software. These days it’s crucial to take your online security into your own hands since it seems like every service provider is trying to take advantage of our data through their services. We’ve become used to hearing about data breaches and unethical handling of our personal data, but it does not mean we have to put up with it. If you have never used similar software before, there is no need to worry. All of these tools are simple to use even if you don’t have much experience with technology.
The next time you decide to use your browser, create a new password, or send a message to a friend, think about who could get a hold of that data and consider incorporating encryption software into the equation. It will help you protect your data and will make you feel a lot safer when browsing on the internet, sending a message, or an email.
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While we’re at it, we will also share some tips on how to stay safe online.
National Computer Security Day first came to be in 1988. It was The Association for Computer Machinery that inaugurated the holiday soon after the attack on ARPANET - the internet’s predecessor and the first wide-area packet-switched network. The network was established in 1969 and was also one of the firsts to implement the TCP/IP protocol suite. The network would essentially link over 100 universities and military sites, making the network more accessible, inclusive and effective.
The 1988 attack on ARPANET, executed by Robert T. Morris through “Morris Worm” left 10% of connected computers corrupted while also causing millions of dollars in damages. Morris Worm is still used to this day in cyber attacks. After 1988 it became evident that the Internet had a dark side, it could be exploited through the same characteristics that made it so desirable in the first place - speed as well as being open and frictionless. So the field professional started thinking about possible alternatives while also putting more effort into educating the public about Computer Security. That is how National Computer Security came to be.
National Computer Security Day raises awareness about possible risks that computer users face on a daily basis. This day also serves as a way to educate the public about the tools and actions that can help guard even everyday users against cyber attacks and privacy breaches.
In order to do our part on National Computer Security Day, here are some of the best practices you can apply to your daily life to ensure that you stay safe online.
We’ve all been there. You are creating an account on some app or website and you are too lazy to come up with a unique password so you just reuse the one you already have for another account and then the cycle repeats itself every time you want to open a new account. The majority of the population still uses passwords like “password”, “1234” “12345678” or their birth date. This is extremely risky, and could easily compromise all your accounts. Once someone figures out your password to just one of your accounts, they are going to try to use it on all other accounts as well. And if your go-to password is something as simple as “password”, you are much more likely to fall victim to cyber-attacks.
While you may be prone to dismiss cyber attacks as “not real attacks” keep in mind that online fraud and hacks have real-life consequences, often quite serious ones.
You can avoid all that by simply putting more effort into your online safety and security and choosing more elaborate passwords. It is equally as important to avoid reusing them for various accounts since that increases the chances of all your accounts getting hacked.
A VPN is the best way to ensure anonymity while surfing the web. While we might believe that our identity is safe and anonymous online, it is deceptively easy to figure out online users’ real identity, their IP address, location, etc. Your Internet Service provider can always see what you are doing online and can easily sell that valuable information to third parties for profit. What you do online is extremely valuable to companies who are trying to sell you their products or want you to engage with their content or even vote for a political candidate they support. Your online habits are one of the most valuable commodities of today, that’s why there are so many threats coming from all directions towards internet users. So make sure that you don’t get exploited, and that your data is not sold without your consent, and use a VPN when browsing online.
BlufVPN is an affordable and versatile VPN solution, offering 500 servers from over 60 countries and granting anonymity to its users. There are benefits to using VPN that go beyond online security. You can get access to content that is restricted in your country, or you can get better deals during your holidays. VPN is essential for every modern internet user.
Browser updates are probably one of the most hated things when it comes to the Internet, but they are crucial if you want to maintain a good level of security online. Now you may be wondering, what do browser updates have to do with security? When browsers put out their updated version, that version has improved security tools and is generally better equipped to protect the user from cyber attacks. Small bug fixes and safety add-ons amount to improved security overall. Hackers and Cybercriminals are always updating their techniques and attack plans so it’s important that you also update your browser so that you can be protected against innovative attacks. While update notifications are annoying, they serve us very well in the safety department. So the next time you get an update notification, think twice before dismissing it.
Staying safe online is no easy task. There is so much that we, as users, just simply can’t control. But luckily there are more and more tools and practices that can help us maintain anonymity online and keep our identity and personal information safe from snoopers.
Sadly, the cases of internet fraud and cyber-attacks are not declining, which is why it is as important as ever to stay safe and use all the available tools to protect yourself and your devices.With the 3 small steps mentioned here, you could completely change your online protection level and finally feel safe on the internet.
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Every year billions of dollars are lost due to online shopping scams and this number is rising steadily. Here we’ve compiled 6 tips for the best online security practices that are can protect you from online scammers. But first, let’s talk about why online shopping is still so risky.
We have made great advances in online security over the last decade, and a huge part of this progress has been educating people on online security and the types of fraudulent activities that take place online. But the hackers have also used this time to up their game, finding new ways to scam unassuming users. Identity theft, phishing scams, and account takeovers still happen all the time.
Online security is one of those areas of modern life, where the responsibility is equally shared between the user and whichever website or app you might be using. We’ve seen time and time again that even the biggest and most powerful websites often fall victim to online scams or hacker attacks. In a perfect world, all websites would be fully protected from all cyber crime, but the reality is you have to do your own part as well to protect your identity and personal data on the internet. The best way to get started is by using a VPN when you go online. BlufVPN has rock-solid encryption and the world’s best prices. BlufVPN also has a 30-day money-back guarantee policy, so there’s no reason not to try it out. Meanwhile, here are some of the best online security practices you can implement this Black Friday.
Whenever you visit a website, make sure that it uses HTTPS instead of just HTTP. This is the minimum requirement for secure online shopping. The S here stands for Secure Socket Layer (SSL)/Transport Layer Security(TLS) protocol. This is an authentication and security protocol that encrypts your details. Sadly, HTTPS alone is not enough to ensure secure online shopping but think of it as your starting point in online safety. If a website does not have HTTPS, then it’s probably time to find a new place to shop at. You can easily check whether or not a website uses HTTPS by looking at the URL bar. If the link begins with “HTTPS://”, then you know that the website is relatively safe.
Public Wi-Fi is a nightmare for anyone concerned with online security. Public Wi-Fis are the most vulnerable to attacks and they offer no security whatsoever. If you don’t want your personal information exposed, avoid shopping through public Wi-Fi at all costs.
Hackers can easily scan public networks for any weak connections and then they can easily get away with cybercrime. But we get it, sometimes you don’t really have a choice but to use public Wi-Fi. If it comes to that then do yourself a favor and use a VPN. Using a VPN will encrypt your connection and your data will be secure from nosy hackers and scammers even through public Wifi.
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Phishing is one of the oldest techniques scammers use to trick people online. It will usually happen over an email. In this case, you may receive a tempting Black Friday offer that looks professional enough to trick just about anyone. They will usually contain a spoofed URL or an odd request for personal information that most websites don’t ask for. If at any point you are being asked to share your password or financial information, you know that it’s a scam.
Spoofed URLs may be harder to spot because they tend to look very legitimate. A good rule of thumb is to not click any link before checking the URL. You can see the URL by hovering over the link or right-clicking on it. If it does not look right, it’s better to leave it alone.
Another popular way to scam people via emails is using popular company names like Paypal or eBay as the sender name. You have probably received a lot of emails from senders that look legit, but you always have to look at the actual email address. To use the Paypal example, if the email does not end with @paypal.com, it’s not actually from PayPal.
This might seem like an obvious tip, but you should only shop at legitimate online stores. There are plenty of cases of hackers and scammers creating and then directing you towards wrong websites, usually with the name that is supposed to mimic the famous online store but with small, barely-there changes. They are banking on customers who don’t pay extra attention to small details and just like that you could fall victim to online fraud. You can never be too careful when shopping online, so don’t lose focus and double-check the URL before you make a purchase.
Before you hand over your private information to any website, including your email, birthday or more importantly your financial information make sure that you are on the right website that is safe for customers to use. Generally, avoid sharing more than is necessary online.
While ideally, we want to prevent online scams from happening beforehand, sometimes it might slip under our radar, or we might make a small human error and expose our data to scammers. It happens to the best of us. If you have suspicions about the website you made a purchase from, you can check your debit card and credit card statements.
Actually, it’s a good practice to incorporate into your daily life in general. Debit and Credit card fraud is not exclusive to cyberspace and can happen even while you are walking down the street. The best way to prevent this is to regularly check your card statements so that you can report any suspicious activity right away. The sooner you catch the error higher the chances that you will manage to get your money back.
Another tip that will often slip people’s minds is to update their browsers. While some may not see any point in updates or just find them annoying, they actually serve a very important purpose, especially when it comes to security. With each and every update, the browsers are better equipped to handle any cyberattack attempt. As we’ve mentioned already, hackers are becoming more and more advanced every day, so our browsers are constantly being updated to be able to manage potential threats and attacks. So while the update notifications might get annoying, they do serve a purpose, so make sure to take advantage of all the updates and improvements in your favorite browser so you can enjoy online shopping safely.
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But there are still many misconceptions about VPNs that could be keeping people away from actually trying them. Since so much of our daily lives happen on the internet these days, keeping some privacy and protecting your data is crucial. VPNs are still the best way to ensure online security and privacy, even if some people are determined to spread misinformation about this tool.
In this article, we will discuss and disprove the most popular myths regarding VPNs.
One of the myths we hear most often is that when you browse using a VPN, your internet connection slows down. Here’s the truth: using a VPN might slow down the data flow but when you are using a good VPN, you should not be able to tell that your internet speed has dropped. The slow data flow will only become noticeable when you are using a VPN with an overloaded server. This usually happens with free VPNs, which we will discuss in more detail down below. On the other hand, when you use a solid VPN, their servers should cover all of their customers while maintaining the speed. So to conclude, with a good VPN, you won’t notice any change in your internet connection, so choose wisely.
These days there are many options for a free VPN, but unfortunately, they just aren’t nearly as effective as paid options. You might be tempted to save the money and just get a free VPN, but keep in mind - these companies are likely using you and your data to make money. These companies will sell your data to third parties, drown you in ads while providing no security online. These companies are banking on uneducated customers who will believe their false claims.
While that is unfortunate, if you want to keep your online presence anonymous and your data safe, you are better off paying for a VPN. You don’t have to break the bank since there are great affordable options for VPNs these days. The paid services also offer way more features, way more servers, and can accommodate your needs better. So the next time you see a tempting ad for a free VPN, just know that you will be paying in one way or another, even if they don’t charge you for their services. It’s better to pay a small fee and know for a fact that you are protected online.
We all like to think that we have nothing to hide, and hence we don’t need a VPN but that is not something to be proud of. As a society we have become desensitized to privacy breaches, oftentimes forgetting that privacy is our right and there is nothing wrong with wanting online privacy. You don’t have to be a criminal and you don’t have to have something to hide in order to demand online privacy. Unfortunately, when browsing online a lot of times our data is being kept and used without our consent, sold to third parties or used by companies to better target clients with various ads. VPNs prevent just that - unlawful collection of data, nonconsensual collection of data that can later be used against you.
Having a VPN is not about having something to hide or doing something illegal, it’s about preserving your personal data and making sure it stays personal. It’s crucial to choose a VPN that actually does the job and does not keep logs on their customers. BlufVPN is a great example of a company that has a 100% transparent no-log policy.
Using VPN sounds a lot more complicated than it actually is. While you may not be familiar with these terms, all you really need to know is that there is nothing hard about downloading and connecting to a virtual private network. You can choose a VPN, download it and then choose from various servers which one you want to connect with, and that is it. Don’t let the unfamiliar world confuse or scare you, this is a simple tool that was designed for everyday use. It does not take a lot of time to set up, nor does it take special skills. If you have shied away from VPNs because you thought they are for tech-savvy only, feel free to go ahead and download one right now.
This myth is a bit more complicated to discuss or disprove. While VPNs really are illegal in some countries they are completely legal in others. It will depend on how liberal the government is and how seriously they take the issue of personal privacy. This myth is also a part of our perception of online privacy, thinking that we owe it to ISPs or even the government full access to our online browsing history which is not true. It will depend on the country you are located in, whether or not it is illegal to use a VPN. Before you download VPN make sure that it is legal to avoid unnecessary trouble.
While VPNs have been around for a while, for most people they are still relatively new. It is understandable that this tool can often be confusing if you’ve never heard of it before, but as soon as you learn the basics of VPNs, it becomes evident that virtual private networks are easy to use and provide the necessary protection from various online threats. As highlighted in the text above, not all VPNs are the same and not all of them are worth the money. Make sure to look at their policies and features in great detail, to make sure that you are getting your money’s worth back.
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Or even what your internet service provider knows about you based on your browsing history, internet habits, and online data? The real answer might actually scare you. Most companies that collect our data have an accurate picture of our beliefs, priorities, needs etc. They collect this data by observing our every move online, and yes that is true even if we don’t know about it or if we never consented to this process. But luckily we don’t have to put up with this. There are more and more tools geared towards increased online security and we are going to discuss a few of the outstanding examples down below. But first, let’s discuss why our online habits are even interesting to giant companies.
You might be thinking that as long as you’re not a famous or influential person, your online presence will largely go unnoticed. Actually, no matter your age, gender, or financial status, your data is extremely valuable to big companies, especially the ones that want to try and sell you things with targeted ads. The more information companies have about your digital footprint, habits, and preferences the better they can tailor their ads to you, increasing the chances of you falling for their tactic. In turn, these companies get to make a lot of money, even if their practices are extremely unethical.
On a completely different note, your online presence and the information companies can get on you can be used for political reasons as well, helping the candidates market themselves in a way that appeals to you personally. What’s even scarier is that so many people have no idea that they’re being watched online. Luckily there are ways to stop these companies or any other third party from seeing your online activity or data you store digitally. Here’s what you can do to prevent big companies from gathering your data.
A great first step towards more online security is knowing what these companies know about you so that you can protect yourself against any tactics or ads that might be used to sell you products or make a political candidate seem more appealing to you. One of the ways to figure out what data the big companies are using is to use the chrome extension called Data Selfie. This extension takes your Facebook activity and analyzes it to create a profile based on that data. It will then show you what the advertisers see, your preferences, your personality, and your intelligence as told through your Facebook engagement, profile, and public information. This can help you better determine which of the posts you see on your feed were tailored to you and you can avoid being influenced or swayed by these tactics.
In this day and age, if you do anything online, you should be using a VPN. Some people think that using an incognito mode is enough to shield their identity from internet service providers but that is a huge misconception. Unless you are using a VPN, everything you do online is being traced right back to you without any effort.
This isn’t just about safety either, having your data exposed online could mean serious security threats that could affect you online and in real life as well.
VPNs protect your identity, keeping you anonymous while you browse online. It’s important to choose the right VPN since there are many subpar options online. You might be tempted to get a free VPN, but just know that it will not do the job like it’s supposed to. Very often these very companies will sell your data to third parties, defeating the whole purpose of having a VPN.
Instead, opt for a fairly priced VPN that has all the necessary features. BlufVPN has over 500 servers in over 60 countries and ensures your safety online.
Another step you can take to increase your online security is to use anti-tracking extensions.
If you use a VPN but don’t clear your cookies on a regular basis, the trackers will still give out your personal details and habits. Clearing cookies manually on a regular basis can get pretty tedious so the next thing to do is to add some anti-tracker extension to your browser. Depending on which browser you use you might have more or fewer options for anti-tracking extensions. Some of our favorites are Privacy Badger and Ghostery but feel free to choose the one that works with your browser.
There are a lot of ways that our online service providers profit off of our negligence. We are so used to doing everything online that we rarely take the time to realistically assess all the risks and dangers of being unprotected online. You may believe that no company would be interested in your data, but as we mentioned above, there is always a third party that is more than willing to exploit you and your online data, for their own gain.
There will always be people who say that they have nothing to hide, so they won’t use any measures to ensure their digital security, but actually, these tools are just meant to provide the security that should have been granted to clients by all these big companies but sadly that’s just not the reality.
Protecting our online presence and data has become a personal responsibility, so the best thing to do is ensure you know about all the tools that can help you stay anonymous online while protecting your data. You can use all of these tools or a combination of some depending on your situation. But not having any protection when browsing online is the worst choice you can make for yourself and your safety since there are so many ways to attack and exploit our data when we don’t take those extra steps for security.
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Yes.
Have you ever seen one of those videos which asks “what is something that feels like it should be illegal, but isn’t?” Most of the time they show you something that really doesn’t seem very illegal, like a website that lets you do surveys for barely any money, and it’s a huge let down.
Well - using a VPN really can feel like it should be illegal because it unlocks so much and can change the way you use the internet for the better. And guess what? It isn’t. In most countries on the planet, it’s completely legal.
Having a VPN on your side lets you do so much different cool stuff that you just can’t without one, so it’s kind of surprising that it’s absolutely legal to use one in the vast majority of countries in the world.
The advantages are pretty obvious.
Be where you want to be, when you want to be there. Unlock the world’s content without geography-based restrictions. Stop taking crazy risks with your data and leaving your personal information up for grabs. Stay anonymous online. You don’t get these kinds of features legally any other way.
The idea that it should be against the law to increase your online security is crazy, when you think about it. People have been using anti-virus software, avatars and pseudonyms online since the beginning of the internet, so why wouldn’t we want to protect ourselves as best we can when it comes to our data and location?
In countries like the UK and the US, it’s become more and more necessary to worry about whether your data is secure or not.
Their governments have passed laws in the last decade which have given them the power to snoop on what you’re doing online, and that is absolutely not cool.
Depending on where you are in the world, the protections your VPN can offer will vary with the law. It also depends where the VPN provider you’re using is based - if they’re based in the UK, or the US, they can be forced to hand over your details to the government because of regulatory powers that help these governments to track down criminals.
Sometimes you want to do things without anyone watching. Like clipping your toenails, or inspecting your Pokémon cards. And that’s fine. No one needs to see how weird you are in your everyday life.
If you’ve got a VPN already, don’t be dumb.
Much like wearing tights on your head doesn’t make it legal for you to rob your local café, using a VPN does not make it legal to do illegal stuff online, even though using a VPN is entirely legal in most countries.
If you’re doing illegal things online, you should probably stop that. You might get caught. Also depending on what kind of illegal stuff you’re doing online, you are probably not a very nice person. We hope your parents are proud.
Most governments will still try and track you down if you engage in illegal activity online, and even though a VPN will protect your anonymity - there are other ways for them to find out who you are and what you’re up to. So - in conclusion - stop doing illegal stuff. Be nice.
Only a tiny number of countries actually ban the use of VPNs, or only let you use them with restrictions on their use.
China’s national firewall strictly controls the data that it is possible to access when you’re inside the country’s borders. Think of it as the Great Firewall of China. That’s why it’s very difficult to get your VPN working when you’re there - businesses can, but individual’s VPNs probably won’t work.
Shocker, the most censorship heavy country in the world doesn’t let their citizens circumvent geoblocking and find out about the rest of the planet.
Many sites and services are blocked but usually not as effectively as in China or North Korea. Still, if you’re there, best stay off your VPN. Iraqi prison is not a joke.
VPNs have been banned in the European country since 2015.
Russian bans VPNs outright, but not VPN traffic, yet.
As you can see, it’s a list of all the real cool guys with totally normal governments. Sorry if you’re from any of these countries, we’re sure you’re super great if you’re reading this. But your government is mean and won’t let you use something which pretty much everyone else on the planet can, so maybe it’s time to consider moving.
It is still possible to download and use a VPN in those countries of course, but we certainly wouldn’t recommend doing so. Most of those places don’t mess around when it comes to punishing those they believe to have broken the law.
Confused?
That’s understandable - VPNs are still pretty new technology and they’re seriously powerful too.
It’s not every day you can virtually transport yourself to an entirely different part of the world completely anonymously!
There’s one thing that isn’t confusing though: in the majority of places you’ll be in the world, it’s totally legal and legit to use a VPN and you’re welcome to do so.
So what are you still here for? Download BlufVPN today and start legally taking advantage of the best the internet has to offer.
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