As part of cyber security awareness month, Tick Tock commits to enhancing cyber security by protecting the security of the global community and upholding the highest standards of security and data protection.
As per Ticktock, Here are vital tips to help keep users safe online to mark the event.
Use strong passwords and change them regularly:
- Refrain from using passwords across apps or accounts.
- Check if account info has been exposed and change passwords if compromised.
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Be sceptical of unexpected or urgent requests: Social engineering tactics are designed to trick you into sharing personal info. Verify URL destinations, reject offers that seem too good to be true, and be wary of urgent or emotionally manipulative requests.
Enable 2-step verification (2SV) & turn on passkeys: to verify it’s you when logging in from an unrecognized device.
If you see something, say something: Report suspicious activity in the app and join our campaign to help others remember to always #BeCyberSmart.
Stay up to date: Download the latest operating system & app on all
devices. Review user settings to verify your devices & keep contact info current.
Get Involved: TikTok partnered with AR Creator and Filmmaker @lauragouillion to create a custom filter where you can press record and find out which #BeCyberSmart tip is your match!
To help users, BESMART TickTock has also spotlight creators who help in raising online safety awareness with video clips that explain various aspects of cybersecurity.
Cybersecurity is a global issue. It’s important to remain aware of cybersecurity threats. The more online platforms strengthen their efforts in data protection, the more users will be SmartOnline, and the incidences of threats will decline.
