There is a popular saying – “Prevention is better than cure.”
Below are Ten (10) short essential steps you can take to better protect your Hive account:
1. Get an antivirus software
A strong antivirus software helps increase your level of security by providing real-time protection from malware, ransomware and even phishing attacks.
2. Update your web browsers regularly
This ensures that the patches and security features offered by your browsers are up to date to fight the latest virus, malware, ransomware etc. Download the latest browser update on all platform (mobile, PC, MAC etc.) through which you log into your hive account.
3. Protect your account with 2FA (2-Factor Authentication)
It is always a good practice to ensure that the URL you put in your account credentials has a 2FA (2-Factor Authentication) system enabled.
4. Always use VPN (Virtual Private Networks) when on a public WiFi
Virtual Private Network, VPN as they are often called can protect your information from being interrupted or misused by hackers not only on public WIFI but also on your mobile data, home or office broadband.
5. Ensure your URL link has a secure protocol (i.e. https://www...)
6. When on a computer other than yours, always login securely via Private window (Incognito window)
7. Update your Hive apps regularly
8. Update your mobile phone and computers’ OS (Operating System) regularly
9. Use a combination of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers and symbols in your password
10. Change your password every 6 months
