Steps you can take right now
Set up passwords/passcodes on computer and mobile devices
Update passwords/passcodes to be stronger
Add calendar reminders to change passwords/passcodes on a regular schedule
Use a trusted Password Manager
Ensure all operating system and third-party software stays up-to-date
Gather up and shred financial documents that are no longer needed
Sign up for paperless billing
Lock mailboxes
Set up a VPN so that I can be safe if I need to access personal accounts through public Wi-Fi
Update all privacy settings on my social networking accounts
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