Personal Security Checklist

I use a password manager to store unique passwords for every account

My passwords are at least 12 characters long

I never reuse the same password across multiple sites

My email account has a unique, strong password

My email account has two-factor authentication enabled

My banking and financial accounts use 2FA

I use an authenticator app (not just SMS) for 2FA where possible

I have saved backup codes for my 2FA accounts

My phone and computer have screen lock / PIN enabled

My devices have automatic security updates enabled

I have antivirus/anti-malware software installed

I lock my computer when stepping away from it

I have encrypted my device storage (FileVault/BitLocker)

I use a VPN on public Wi-Fi networks

My home Wi-Fi uses WPA2 or WPA3 encryption

I have changed my router's default admin password

I use a privacy-focused browser or have hardened my browser settings

I verify sender addresses before clicking links in emails

I never enter passwords after clicking an email link — I go directly to the site

I know how to report phishing emails to my email provider

I have checked my email address for known data breaches

I regularly check my bank statements for unrecognised charges