Email is one of the most popular forms of communication, however it’s also one of the most vulnerable to cyberattacks. Hackers are always looking for new ways to hack into your email account, and even steal sensitive information.
First, make sure that your passwords are strong. Make sure they’re at least 16 characters long. They should also contain lower and uppercase symbols, numbers, and letters.
A secure email provider is an alternative. The best ones have anti-spam, anti-phishing, and anti-malware features that automatically search and eliminate malicious attachments, hyperlinks, and other content before they can reach your inbox.
You can also encrypt your emails so only you can read them. This is an excellent option for corporate emails where you do not want your employees to be able to forward or copy messages. Encrypting messages is similar to locking a box using your private and public key. If someone is able to access an encrypted message, they will only see text that is distorted.
Avoid sharing your email address on websites and social media. If you must, use an alias to hide your actual email address. Use multi-factor authentication on every account that is important, such as your email. One hacked account can cause a number of others to be compromised and it’s well worth the effort.