To protect your personal information from being stolen, it is important to follow the following steps:

1. Secure your passwords.
2. Use encryption.
3. Be mindful of public Wi-Fi.
4. Create and use two-factor authentication.
5. Only download and install trusted software.
6. Keep your software and apps up to date.
7. Be aware of phishing or other suspicious emails.
8. Secure your mobile devices.
9. Shred sensitive documents.