{"id":35893,"date":"2022-07-25T09:00:56","date_gmt":"2022-07-25T01:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.casbay.com\/blog\/?p=35893"},"modified":"2022-09-22T13:30:59","modified_gmt":"2022-09-22T05:30:59","slug":"vpn-tips-to-use-public-wifi-safely","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.casbay.com\/blog\/tips-sharing\/vpn-tips-to-use-public-wifi-safely","title":{"rendered":"VPN Tips: 7 Ways To Use Public Wifi Safely"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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1. Use VPN (Virtual Private Network)<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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If you really must use an unprotected WIFI network, using a VPN program on your smartphone is an excellent approach to safeguard yourself. Your traffic is rerouted to the vendor\u2019s encrypted server using a VPN. You may modify your national location to read prohibited material from certain countries, in addition to safeguarding your access.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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2. Be Cautious When Using a Public Network<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Hackers employ a simple tactic called faking a network\u2019s name to get access to someone\u2019s information. It\u2019s a technique known as a man-in-the-middle assault. It happens when a malevolent hacker (also known as the \u201cman in the middle\u201d) tampers with data sent between you and the website you\u2019re viewing.<\/p>

Let\u2019s say you\u2019re in a hotel and the accessible WIFI network list includes a \u201cFree [Hotel Name] WIFI.\u201d Although it appears to be innocuous, it might be a phony WIFI network put up by hackers to deceive users. They can now hack your data as soon as you log in to their false network.<\/p>

The best alternatives for you are to look for a suitable network, utilize cellular data, or wait until you go to a new area before connecting. Disable \u201cjoin open networks automatically\u201d in your device\u2019s WI-FI settings at all times. This is to avoid connecting to a phony network by mistake.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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3. On the Website Address Bar, Look For The Green Lock Icon<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Hackers may easily sniff HTTP traffic for private information such as passwords and credit card numbers. A\u00a0SSL-enabled website<\/a>, one that begins with HTTPS, encrypts data sent between the user\u2019s computer and the webserver to prevent it from being intercepted by a third-party intruder.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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4. Use Two-Factor Authentication<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Even if your password is hacked, Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) is one of the safest ways to safeguard your account. You may be aware of this since most websites, such as Google, require you to enable 2FA for your account.<\/p>

After entering a password, your account will send a confirmation code via text message if 2FA is enabled. Once you\u2019ve entered the code properly, you\u2019ll be able to access your account. Even if an intruder gains access to your account over public Wi-Fi, it will be unable to access it without the confirmation code. It may take a little longer to log in, but it makes it far more difficult for attackers to gain access to your account.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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5. Update The App<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Make it a point to update your applications and smart gadgets on a regular basis. However, you should only do this on a trusted network (such as your home or office network) and never on public WI-FI. When you update software via public Wi-Fi, it\u2019s possible that malware will be installed on your computer.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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6. Press \"Forget the Network\"<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Always log out of any network you\u2019ve been allocated to once you\u2019ve finished accessing the web. To prevent your device from automatically connecting to that network, select the option to \u201cforget the network\u201d in your WI-FI settings.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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7. Off The WiFi<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Most jobs, such as writing or drawing visuals, may be completed without using the Internet unless they require it. Save your banking and email for when you\u2019re connected to a secure network or using cellular data.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Any malicious software or attachments in an email should not be downloaded or clicked. On a network, don\u2019t share gadgets or files with anybody. This reduces the possibility of illegal access to the system.<\/p>

Consider if you truly need to connect to the internet via a public network. High-risk activities, such as online banking, emails, and file sharing, can wait until you\u2019re connected to cellular data or a secure network.<\/p>

When using a public WI-FI network, common sense and a deliberate habit are required once again. By following all of these helpful hints, hackers will have a difficult time stealing your data right in front of your eyes.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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