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How Safe Are You Online—Really?

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Question 1 of 9

When creating a new online account, how do you handle passwords?

A

I reuse a password I've used before.

B

I make it different but often tweak an old one

C

I use a password manager to make it

Question 2 of 9

How do you log into your most important accounts (like banking or email)?

A

I sometimes use a code sent via text or email

B

I use an authenticator app or physical key

C

I just use my username and password

Question 3 of 9

You receive an email from your bank asking to “verify your account” through a link. What do you do?

A

I click the link and log in to check it

B

I pause and click if it appears official

C

I open the app or a browser and log in

Question 4 of 9

How often do you update your phone, computer, or apps when prompted?

A

I ignore or delay updates

B

I update them once in awhile

C

I update them when they become available

Question 5 of 9

If your computer or phone was lost or stolen today, how confident are you that your important files and photos are safely backed up to a secure cloud or external drive?

A

I don’t have a backup

B

I have some important information backed up

C

I have my important information backed up

Question 6 of 9

When did you last check or update the privacy settings on all of your social media accounts?

A

I’m not sure

B

I checked my settings awhile ago

C

I check my privacy settings regularly

Question 7 of 9

Imagine you're in a coffee shop and need to check your bank account. What do you do?

A

I connect to an open public Wi-Fi

B

I use my mobile data or VPN

C

I get the password to login to a secure guest Wi-Fi

Question 8 of 9

How do you handle your device security setting (like screen locks, app permissions, or data access)?

A

I review a few things and adjust if needed

B

I review and adjust my settings

C

I use the default settings

Question 9 of 9

Where do you usually store your passwords?

A

In my head or notepad

B

In a password manager

C

In a browser

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