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Cybersecurity resolutions you’ll actually stick to in 2026

Jan 6, 2026
Kick off 2026 with practical cybersecurity tips that are easy to implement! Discover how freezing your credit can guard against identity theft. Learn about the power of passkeys and the importance of multi-factor authentication. Simplify your digital life by organizing passwords with 1Password. Embrace a 'politely paranoid' mindset to catch scams early. Plus, fun anecdotes about quirky items stored in digital vaults make for an entertaining listen. Stick to small, impactful resolutions this year!
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ANECDOTE

Old Devices Raise Security Risk

  • Matt got rid of two old laptops as part of digital hygiene to reduce security risk.
  • He worries old hardware left around can be lost or not properly wiped.
ADVICE

Freeze Your Credit

  • Freeze your credit to block most identity thieves from opening accounts in your name.
  • The process is free and works much better now than it did a decade ago.
INSIGHT

Small Actions Cut Big Risk

  • You can't eliminate online risk entirely, but you can reduce your risk surface with small actions.
  • Simple steps like freezing credit and MFA materially lower the chance of identity and account takeovers.
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