Digital protection always goes hand-in-hand with a certain degree of personal responsibility. The rules that are now part of every cybersecurity etiquette also apply here: Always use strong passwords with a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters. Avoid easily derivable passwords with a personal reference, such as your partner’s name or date of birth. Enable two-factor authentication to receive a code or message on your mobile phone when logging in. This provides your login data with a second level of protection. Only open links and attachments if you trust the sender’s name, email, and content. It is best to delete suspicious messages immediately, as these could be phishing attacks designed to steal your data or infect your computer. Use a virtual private network (VPN) service when accessing public WiFi networks. This ensures your data is encrypted and cannot be intercepted by third parties. Protect your privacy and keep sensitive information out of the public eye. Check your privacy settings on websites and social media profiles. Avoid storing data on your computer or mobile phone, especially if it is not encrypted. This particularly applies to bank information, passwords, and identification data. Install antivirus software and keep it up to date. Unfortunately, these measures are not always enough. Sometimes, private information gets onto the internet without our doing, such as in the event of a data leak or through third parties. Nevertheless, it is always advisable to question your surfing behavior and be more cautious on the internet.