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How can I secure my personal information on social media platforms where privacy settings can be confusing?

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Below is a list of steps to take to help secure your personal information on social media platforms:

  1. Check available security settings
    • Review a platform’s security settings and customize them to limit the amount of personal information disclosed.
  2. Monitor account activity
    • Ensure no unauthorized activity is happening on your account by monitoring posts, messages, and other account activity.
  3. Set account to private
    • Use platform's security settings to set your account to private, enabling only approved people to view your profile information and content.
  4. Be wary of trolling
    • Do not respond to negative comments or trolls, which may compromise your privacy.
  5. Secure your passwords
    • Make sure to choose strong, unique passwords for all your accounts and change them periodically.

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