Compliance And Safety Training

A Simple Guide To Securing Specific Social Media Platforms




1. Facebook Security Tips

A. Privacy and Account Security

  1. Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA):
  2. Go to Settings > Security and Login > Two-Factor Authentication to add an extra layer of security.

  3. Review Privacy Settings:

  4. Set your profile to "Friends Only" for posts, photos, and personal information.
  5. Use Privacy Checkup to customize what others can see about you.

  6. Manage App Permissions:

  7. Go to Settings > Apps and Websites and remove unused apps or games linked to your account.

  8. Turn On Login Alerts:

  9. Enable notifications for unrecognized logins under Settings > Security and Login > Get Alerts About Unrecognized Logins.

  10. Avoid Public Wi-Fi for Login:

  11. If you must log in on public Wi-Fi, use a VPN for secure access.

B. Content Sharing

  • Avoid oversharing personal details like phone numbers, addresses, or travel plans.
  • Limit who can tag you in posts or photos by adjusting Timeline and Tagging Settings.

2. Instagram Security Tips

A. Protect Your Account

  1. Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA):
  2. Go to Settings > Security > Two-Factor Authentication to activate SMS or authenticator app-based 2FA.

  3. Set Your Profile to Private:

  4. Switch to private mode under Settings > Privacy to control who can follow or view your posts.

  5. Strong Passwords:

  6. Use a unique password, and avoid reusing passwords from other platforms.

  7. Monitor Login Activity:

  8. Check Settings > Security > Login Activity for any unfamiliar devices or locations and log them out.

B. Secure Your Content

  • Avoid clicking links in direct messages unless verified.
  • Be cautious when sharing stories or live videos that reveal your location.
  • Turn off location sharing for photos unless necessary.

3. Twitter Security Tips

A. Account Security

  1. Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA):
  2. Activate 2FA under Settings > Security and Account Access > Two-Factor Authentication.
  3. Use an authentication app for better security than SMS.

  4. Login Verification Alerts:

  5. Turn on alerts for suspicious login attempts under Settings > Security and Account Access > Security Alerts.

  6. Limit Third-Party App Access:

  7. Go to Settings > Security and Account Access > Connected Apps and revoke access for apps you no longer use.

B. Privacy Settings

  • Use Protected Tweets under Privacy and Safety > Audience and Tagging to approve followers before they see your tweets.
  • Avoid sharing sensitive information in public tweets or direct messages.

4. LinkedIn Security Tips

A. Protect Your Account

  1. Enable Two-Step Verification:
  2. Turn on 2FA under Settings > Sign-In and Security > Two-Step Verification.

  3. Monitor Account Activity:

  4. Check Settings > Where You’re Signed In for unfamiliar logins and log out of suspicious sessions.

  5. Strong Passwords:

  6. Use a unique password and update it regularly.

B. Privacy Settings

  • Adjust visibility of personal details (e.g., email, phone number) under Settings > Visibility.
  • Limit profile visibility to "Connections" or "Network" to prevent unauthorized access to your information.

C. Content Awareness

  • Avoid sharing your exact employment details, such as ongoing projects or internal company information.
  • Be cautious of connection requests from unknown individuals.

5. TikTok Security Tips

A. Account Security

  1. Enable Two-Step Verification:
  2. Turn on 2FA in Settings > Security > Manage Account > Two-Step Verification.

  3. Check Account Activity:

  4. Regularly monitor Manage Devices to see where your account is logged in.

B. Privacy Settings

  • Make your account private in Settings > Privacy > Private Account.
  • Limit who can comment, duet, or stitch with your videos under Settings > Privacy > Comments/Duets/Stitch.

C. Protect Your Content

  • Avoid sharing videos that disclose personal details, such as your exact location or routines.
  • Turn off location services for TikTok unless absolutely necessary.

6. YouTube Security Tips

A. Protect Your Channel

  1. Enable Two-Step Verification:
  2. Go to Google Account Security and activate 2FA to secure your YouTube account.

  3. Monitor Channel Permissions:

  4. Use YouTube Studio > Permissions to manage who has access to your channel.

B. Privacy Settings

  • Make videos private or unlisted unless you want them publicly accessible.
  • Avoid sharing sensitive information in video descriptions or comments.

7. Snapchat Security Tips

A. Account Security

  1. Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA):
  2. Turn on 2FA in Settings > Two-Factor Authentication.

  3. Monitor Login Activity:

  4. Review connected devices in Settings > Login Verification.

B. Privacy Settings

  • Limit who can contact you by setting Who Can Contact Me to "Friends Only."
  • Turn off location sharing in Snap Map, or use "Ghost Mode" to stay hidden.

8. General Social Media Security Tips

A. Use Secure Devices

  • Keep operating systems and apps updated to patch vulnerabilities.
  • Install antivirus software on all devices.

B. Beware of Phishing

  • Never provide personal or financial information through messages or suspicious links.

C. Educate Yourself and Employees

  • Learn to recognize scams, fake profiles, and suspicious activity.
  • Provide social media security training for employees.

D. Monitor Accounts Regularly

  • Check activity logs for unauthorized access or posts.
  • Review and clean up old posts that might reveal sensitive information.

9. Tools to Enhance Social Media Security?

  1. Password Managers: LastPass, Dashlane, Bitwarden.
  2. Social Media Management Tools: Hootsuite, Sprout Social (for centralized account control).
  3. VPNs for Secure Access: NordVPN, ExpressVPN.
  4. Monitoring Tools: ZeroFox (monitors for fake accounts and phishing).

By following these platform-specific and general security tips, you can better protect your personal and professional presence on social media.


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