You log in to your online account and a pop-up window asks if you want to save your password. What do you do? You receive an email saying you won a prize but you need to enter your username and password for claiming instructions. Will you do it?

These are just some of the decisions we make every day, as we live our lives in the online world. For some, these may just be trivial details, but these little things can have a huge impact on our online security. Many people have already fallen prey to unscrupulous individuals who use people’s online data for various cyber crimes.

It pays to build habits of awareness and safety when it comes to managing your online accounts and identities. It doesn’t take much to start practicing safe online behavior. Here are some tips to get you started on protecting you and your loved ones from online security risks, and continue to enjoy the benefits of a digital lifestyle.