Cybersecurity Basics: 3 Steps you can take before it's too late!

When considering protecting your identity online, you want to focus on what you can control. There are many things on the internet that we can become concerned about but cannot control.

Your Social Security number is on sale on the dark web for less than $5. You can spend hours trying to figure out how and why that happened, or you can take an hour to be proactive with your digital footprint.

Learn about software and hardware vulnerabilities, multifactor authentication, and freezing your credit score. Doing these things will make you less vulnerable to the criminals that want to do you harm.

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This content was written by Spencer S. Hall CFP®, RLP ®, CKA ®, MBA, MDiv

Spencer is a Certified Financial Planner™ with 14 years in the field of retirement and financial planning. As a second-generation financial advisor at Retirement Planning Services, Spencer brings a wealth of experience and passion to help clients align their wealth with their core values.

Advisory services offered through Retirement Planning Services, LLC.

The information in this article is intended for general educational and informational purposes only, and should not be construed as investment advisory, financial planning, legal, tax, or other professional advice based on your specific situation. Please consult with your professional advisor(s) before taking any action based on its contents.