Good practice for protecting data
Good practice for protecting data
Below are some steps you can take to limit the risks and help protect data:
- Lock devices, storage media and documents when not in use to prevent unauthorised access.
- Use secure passwords. Choose passwords that cannot be easily guessed and make sure you keep them secure. Do not write them down and leave lying around.
- Avoid storing personal or confidential data on laptops, mobile devices and removable media as these can be easily lost or stolen.
- Save and store personal and confidential data on secure servers for maximum protection or make sure they are encrypted - use passwords to lock documents to prevent authorised access.
- Always dispose of data securely e.g. dispose of via secure waste bins or shredding.
- Only open emails and attachments if you know the sender and are confident it is authentic.
- Ensure you know who you are sending any information to and can be sure the location is secure i.e. is there a safe haven fax you can use?
