Privacy Checklist
A practical, basics-first checklist. Do the top items first; they reduce the most risk for the least effort.
Account security
- Use a password manager
- Unique password for every account
- Enable 2FA (authenticator app/security key preferred)
- Review account recovery options
Device basics
- Keep OS and apps updated
- Use a screen lock (PIN/biometric)
- Turn on full-disk encryption (default on most modern devices)
Browser privacy
- Use a privacy-respecting browser and keep it updated
- Block third-party cookies (or use strict tracking protection)
- Audit extensions; remove what you don’t need
Network & travel
- Be careful on public Wi‑Fi; avoid sensitive logins unless necessary
- If you use a VPN, choose one for security/track record—not marketing
- Be skeptical of cheap travel eSIM resellers; vet the provider