Ways to stay safe online

As benefits of the internet, a wide range of activities can be done from online socializing to banking and shopping. However, in order to do any activity online, one must have an account. And there are always accounts for banking or financial transactions which are targeted by cyber criminals.
The cybercrime rate has recently increased significantly. Email accounts, Facebook accounts or any accounts related to banking are not safe from hackers. Therefore, to protect against these attacks, a user should be careful about some things and take some steps to keep their accounts safe.
Here are some of the ways to keep an online account safeguarded today:
Two-level security system usage:
Currently there is two-factor authentication or two-level security systems in place in almost all websites to protect users' accounts. This system requires in addition to a password, a PIN code which is immediately sent to the mobile phone and a code can be used only once.
Using a strong password:
Many don't pay heed to this when creating new accounts. But this is the first hurdle crossed by hackers during a cybercrime. In order to make a password strong, one must use uppercase, lowercase, symbol, numerical and special characters.
Being careful when using public WiFi networks:
One needs to be careful about using the free WiFi network. Because of the difficulties of these networks compared to the private network is that the cyber criminals may be able to get hold of important information via the medium.
Do not login from any devices other than your own:
Many people have logged into their accounts from devices other than their own computers, laptops or smartphones. But, this work cannot be done at all. Because the device may have hidden malware or programs that can steal passwords or other important information.
Stay away from phishing sites or links:
The phenomenon is especially prominent on Facebook. If someone shares a link then many people tend to click on it. But, that link shouldn't be clicked on unless it is a trusted website. Because doing so can result in the Facebook account being hacked.
Using anti-malware and anti-virus software:
Install Antivirus to prevent viruses and malware attacks on computers, tabs and smartphones.