The digital music landscape is increasingly exposed to threats. Follow these key tips to protect yourself against hacks and unauthorized access and prevent damage. The security of your accounts and devices is crucial.
1. Use secure and unique passwords
Do not reuse the same password across multiple accounts, whether personal or work-related.
Create passwords or passphrases combining uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.
Avoid dictionary words and personal data such as names or dates.
Change your passwords every 90 days without repeating similar variations.
2. Manage your passwords securely
Use an encrypted password manager like 1Password.
Keep your private keys safe and never share them.
3. Enable two-factor authentication (2FA)
Activate 2FA on all your accounts for an extra layer of security.
Prefer authentication apps over SMS.
4. Keep your devices and software up to date
Always install the latest security updates on your operating system, applications, and extensions.
Remove apps and browser extensions you don’t use.
Lock your mobile devices with a secure password and ensure you can log out remotely in case of loss or theft.
5. Avoid phishing and other frauds
Never share access information with third parties, even if they appear to be Google, YouTube, or any other trusted platform.
Always check the sender’s address in suspicious emails before clicking links or downloading files.
Ensure that pages where you enter sensitive data use https:// and come from trusted sources.
6. Protect your information in the cloud
If you use cloud services (iCloud, Google Drive, etc.), review which accounts are synced and delete those you no longer use.
When sharing files, set an expiration date and protect the links with a password.
Limit file access to intended recipients by using "Read-only" permissions or watermarks on audio and documents.
Avoid accessing important accounts from public Wi-Fi networks. If you do, check your account security when you log out.