Enable two-factor authenticationĪnother important protection for the privacy conscious is two-factor authentication (2FA) for your Apple ID. Some of the more reputable services include: NordVPN, CyberGhost, ExpressVPN, Windscribe and TunnelBear.Ĭhoosing a good provider matters since you must verify the service they provide is in line with any enterprise security policy. If not, it’s worth investing in a reputable provider, as some free VPN services cannot be trusted. Mac users should make use of a VPN (virtual private network), as these make it far more difficult for others to hack or track your internet traffic. If your company offers a VPN, then use it. This makes it a lot harder to target your Mac when you’re using a public access point, for example. While you are there, you should also enable Stealth Mode. This prevents your computer from responding to or acknowledging attempts made to access it from the network using tools like Ping. Open System Preferences>Security & Privacy>Firewall to enable this. Macs have a built-in firewall and you really need to use it to protect yourself against network intrusion. AppleįileVault provides an extra layer of security and privacy.
Enable this in Security & Privacy>FileVault. This encrypts all of the contents of your Mac to provide additional protection so your data won't be exposed in the event you lose control of your Mac. You should ensure FireVault protection is active. Open Apple menu>Lock Screen… Turn on FileVault The fast way to Lock your MacĪpple now offers a menu item that will lock your Mac on request. Of course, setting your Mac so it locks after a second’s inactivity can be a little illogical when you’re attempting to get work done I tend to set this feature to five minutes and make sure to manually lock my Mac when I turn my back. This sets the time you can leave your Mac inactive before you are required to use the password again. While it’s tempting to set this a little longer if you are using a complex login, doing so is a false economy if you frequently use your Mac in a public place. While you’re in Security & Privacy>General tale a look at the Require Password checkbox. It makes no sense at all to use weak passwords for logins if you value your privacy. If your Mac has a TouchID button, it makes sense to use of it. How to go incognito in Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari.How to stay as private as possible on Apple’s iPad and iPhone.The ultimate guide to privacy on Android.How to protect your privacy in Windows 10.Online privacy: Best browsers, settings, and tips.
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