Smartphone: on holiday, protect your data!

·Pack your digital suitcase

When you close your suitcases, also prepare your digital devices! Save your smartphone on your computer or in the cloud (Internet-based data storage). In case of loss, you will be happy to find its contents.

Remember to digitize your useful documents (identity papers, medical records, prescriptions, vaccines...) And save them in a secure space rather than in the photo album of a smartphone or tablet. Ideally, install a secure digital safe, accessible wherever you are. You can use OneDrive (Microsoft) or Digiposte (post office). Your insurer or your bank can also offer it. These virtual safes are accessible after strong authentication. They meet data retention standards that ensure their integrity.

On Android, you can install protection such as eset Mobile Security (€9.98 per year) or Kaspersky Internet Security (€14.99 per year).

·secure your devices

Offer your aircraft a protective hull (Belkin, RhinoShield...) And a protective glass. At the beach, think of a waterproof pouch (less than €10 at Decathlon). And remember to enable geolocation in the security and confidentiality settings to trace it in case of loss. Even if it's lost in the mountains, it can be geolocated.

·stay vigilant on site

The smartphone is the target of pickpockets or cyberpirates. Stay discreet and Don't leave him unattended. Activate a code to unlock it by avoiding date of birth, 1-2-3-4 or 0-0-0-0!

Be careful on free WiFi networks. Do not make card payments or transactions on sensitive applications. "it is best to use a VPN application (virtual private network that provides a secure connection)," says Benoît Grunemwald.

·the 5 golden rules for a calm summer

Protect your devices with a complex password or use your fingerprint.

Save your smartphone data before you leave.

Avoid using free unprotected WiFi networks or use a VPN.

Enable the geolocation of your cell phone to find it in case of loss.

Disable notifications from your social networks and emails to disconnect a little...

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