 Breadcrumbs

  



   ![How To Make Your Tech More Secure](https://media.sheerluxe.com/JH1A6afjJwe7Y2qwsEE4KWPJagM=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2021%2F07%2Fnew-cyber-security-hero.png?itok=-wETTTjG)

  

 

 



 

  ISTOCK/POIKE 

 

 

 

[Home](/home)

 /  08 July 2021  

#  How To Make Your Tech More Secure  


From your laptop to your smart TV, many of the devices we use every day are susceptible to security breaches – be it spying through your webcam or phishing of passwords through your wi-fi. The good news is, there are some easy ways to ensure things are as secure as possible. First, we asked two cyber-security experts to share their best advice, before rounding up some of the affordable products designed to protect your privacy.  


[ Save To My Favourites ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/26660)

 

  ISTOCK/POIKE 

 

 

 

All products on this page have been selected by our editorial team, however we may make commission on some products.

 



 

 

 

 

### First, what are some of the simplest ways people can make their tech more secure? 

“One of the simplest ways to make tech more secure is to keep it updated. We all know how annoying those ‘update now’ prompts can get but make everything an auto-update, so you don’t have to worry about these things, unless there are bigger version updates.” – Laura Kankaala, security consultant at [F-Secure](https://www.f-secure.com/gb-en)

“Passwords are also one of the simplest security measures because you don’t need to purchase anything to use them as a security measure. Just remember to use a different password for each application to reduce the chances of identity theft. That said, it’s really hard to remember multiple passwords, so think about using a password manager to store your user ID and passwords for all your accounts. Another simple way to be more secure is to use biometrics when possible i.e. fingerprint, voice recognition, and face recognition.” – [Becca Powers](https://www.beccapowers.com/), cyber security expert &amp; author

### Are webcams as dangerous as we're led to believe?

“Webcams can be – however, it’s the security measures behind them that make them dangerous or not. For example, if you are using a video conferencing solution like [Zoom](https://zoom.us/), [Webex](https://www.webex.com/), [Google Meet](https://meet.google.com/), etc. it’s recommended you use a password to make your video meetings secure, especially if you are hosting. It’s common to bypass password enforcement for the benefit of ease. In the cybersecurity world the easy path often leaves you vulnerable. If you take the extra steps and use passwords for your meeting you have to worry less.” – Becca

“Personally, there’s a lot of myth around how easy it would be to hack a webcam these days – and a lot of scam artists use this as a means to scare us into doing things. For example, sending emails saying, ‘We’ve hacked your webcam and unless you pay up, we’re going to release recordings/images of you online’. When it comes to laptops, most of them have hardware-based detections for when the camera is turned on, such as a light next to the camera. In many cases when sensitive data leaks, it’s definitely because of weak passwords used for services such as [iCloud](https://www.icloud.com/) or a malicious ex intentionally circulating them around.” – Laura

### Are Amazon Alexas/Google Nests secure?

“Any device that requires a connection to wi-fi leaves you vulnerable to cyberattacks. Overall, they are a lower threat because most hackers are not targeting homeowners’ wi-fi devices. However, it does happen. In fact, the numbers of attacks are increasing so it is something to take seriously. By activating as many of the security features available on your devices as possible, you will lower the number of threats.” – Becca

“Companies such as [Amazon](https://www.amazon.co.uk/) and Google invest a lot of money and time in securing their products. When it comes to any smart device, just try to opt for well-known and established players in the field, for that reason. But having said that, naturally anything that consists of code can be vulnerable.” – Laura

### Is extra security software really worth the money? 

“Yes. Malware is recommended for your computers, laptops and tablets to protect you from viruses. However, it does not protect you from hackers. Hackers are looking at passwords and unsecured wi-fi devices, such as smart TVs. Use your own router to further secure your at-home network. These can be purchased online or at any of your electronic stores. The cost can be quite steep when ransomware attacks hack valuable information. Corporations pay millions when they experience a ransomware attack. So, the little bit of money it costs you to secure your home is worth it, as it will protect some of your most valuable assets – your data.” – Becca

### What about the rest of your home?

“One of the most affordable ways to manage your at-home environment is to have malware protection on your devices, use multiple different passwords and an application that stores them for you so it’s easier for you to remember. And purchase an at-home router to have more security options for your home smart devices.” – Becca

“In general, by keeping your tech secure, you’re protecting your physical home, too. Also, if you have any concerns of someone breaking and entering your house while you’re away, then it’s good to be mindful of how much information you’re sharing online. For example, if your home address is Google-able or clearly visibly in the pictures you share, it could invite some unwanted guests if you let people know on your social media that you’re away.” – Laura

### Do have any privacy/security gadgets you can't live without? 

“Right now, my favourite is using the password manager to be able to use different passwords on my accounts and not forget them. That, combined with using biometrics, is my go-to.” – Becca

### Any final words of advice? 

“Cybersecurity is the single biggest area of investment within corporations. Many companies even have work from home kits to increase the security for their employees as well as their data and their customers’ data. You can ask your employer if there is any work from home tech packages to increase security. Outside of what your company may or may not offer, implementing some of the above-mentioned suggestions will help keep your home network safer.” – Becca

“Breaches happen all the time. Most of them are not life-altering for the victims – for example, if we momentarily lose control over our Netflix account, we can restore that. Just focus your protective measures on your most important online assets – such as your email and social media accounts with strong individual passwords and multi-factor authentication.” – Laura

### *Shop these easy-to-use tech security products below…*

 

 

 

 

 ![AirTag Bluetooth Item Finder from Apple ](https://media.sheerluxe.com/GF-6my3eeNrW4r-XfrsqNWjLkNc=/600x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2021%2F07%2Fapple-airtag-ps29.png?itok=C0519qR1)

 

 

 

[#### AirTag Bluetooth Item Finder](https://john-lewis-and-partners.pxf.io/yRqamG)

##### Apple, 



£29

 

[ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/26660 "Add product to my favourites")

 

 

 

 ![Arlo Ultra 2 from Arlo ](https://media.sheerluxe.com/iIE3wU4QZUDbbtJ3ErMhvXYxizw=/600x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2021%2F07%2Farlo-ultra-ps19999.png?itok=ndD6Prf-)

 

 

 

[#### Arlo Ultra 2](https://ukshop.arlo.com/product/arlo-ultra-2/?attribute_pa_color=white&attribute_pa_camera=2-camera-kit)

##### Arlo, 



£629.99

 

[ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/26660 "Add product to my favourites")

 

 

 

 ![Video Doorbell 2K with HomeBase from EUFY](https://media.sheerluxe.com/mb3PQ4krcT9cHjqi3HtL_d2S-KY=/600x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2021%2F07%2Feufy-video-doorbell-2k-homebase-ps179-currys.png?itok=r-8r5F24)

 

 

 

[#### Video Doorbell 2K with HomeBase](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=1599&awinaffid=69421&ued=https%3A//www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/smart-tech/smart-tech/smart-home/smart-security-and-cctv/eufy-video-doorbell-2k-with-homebase-battery-powered-10216116-pdt.html)

##### EUFY, 



£179

 

[ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/26660 "Add product to my favourites")

 

 

 

 ![Privacy Screen Protector For iPhone 11 & iPhone XR  from JETech](https://media.sheerluxe.com/USMNMiRGHsbmlmvleDRnt7LIpNY=/600x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2021%2F07%2Fjetech-privacy-screen-protector-ps899-amazon.png?itok=RZs8cOqQ)

 

 

 

[#### Privacy Screen Protector For iPhone 11 &amp; iPhone XR ](https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07NXSXJ83/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=6738&creativeASIN=B07NXSXJ83&linkCode=as2&tag=sheerluxe-21&linkId=6c683a909e61f4b393d1cb55198b67ac)

##### JETech, 



£7.47 *(was £8.99)*

 

[ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/26660 "Add product to my favourites")

 

 

 

 ![Laptop Screen Privacy Filter For Apple MacBook Pro 13inch from Kensington ](https://media.sheerluxe.com/-1599kmNLREgSgX5xHZsQG2AKO4=/600x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2021%2F07%2Fkensington-laptop-screen-privacy-filter-apple-macbook-pro-ps48-amazon.png?itok=h7T7xeeZ)

 

 

 

[#### Laptop Screen Privacy Filter For Apple MacBook Pro 13inch](https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B077TVSTMT/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=6738&creativeASIN=B077TVSTMT&linkCode=as2&tag=sheerluxe-21&linkId=8dbd149e20f581f6b78ad5e46b98315a)

##### Kensington, 



£62.34

 

[ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/26660 "Add product to my favourites")

 

 

 

 ![VeriMark Pro Key Fingerprint Reader USB from Kensington](https://media.sheerluxe.com/iHQz21rCCiFesHIkrcoZ4jcFX7s=/600x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2021%2F07%2Fkensington-verimark-pro-key-fingerprint-reader-ps3899.png?itok=3wuZf0Q9)

 

 

 

[#### VeriMark Pro Key Fingerprint Reader USB](https://www.uk.insight.com/en-gb/productinfo/monitor-stands-and-arms/0009257350)

##### Kensington, 



£46.79

 

[ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/26660 "Add product to my favourites")

 

 

 

 ![Touchscreen Wi Fi Wireless Router from Securifi Almond](https://media.sheerluxe.com/-8EAMYCPXh056l5rCPi56WNMung=/600x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2021%2F07%2Fsecurifi-almond-3-minute-setup-touchscreen-wi-fi-wireless-router-ps118.png?itok=JfiVeeUD)

 

 

 

[#### Touchscreen Wi Fi Wireless Router](https://www.directnine.uk/products/securifi-almond-3-minute-setup-touchscreen-wireless-routerrange-extender)

##### Securifi Almond, 



£118 *(was £196)*

 

[ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/26660 "Add product to my favourites")

 

 

 

 ![High Clarity Computer Privacy Screen Filter from The VINTEZ Store](https://media.sheerluxe.com/M0w9L5nOQoo4QNLmj0dwtE1yopE=/600x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2021%2F07%2Funiversal-computer-privacy-screen-filter-ps99-amazon.png?itok=hUDX6hL5)

 

 

 

[#### High Clarity Computer Privacy Screen Filter](https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07F5X4SNN/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=6738&creativeASIN=B07F5X4SNN&linkCode=as2&tag=sheerluxe-21&linkId=32e8156da116dbeaf2e0d0c1379ff152)

##### The VINTEZ Store, 



£99.98

 

[ Flag this item ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/26660 "Add product to my favourites")

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

  

## *more from*

### Home



 [View All Home](/home) 

  ![What’s New In Interiors This Month ](https://media.sheerluxe.com/5j8G8wcYowu9CayEHfB4gnA3OcQ=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F12%2Fsl-email-031225-whats-new-in-interiors.png?itok=CD8KZ2FA)

  

 

 



 

[Interior Design](/home/interior-design)

/

  03 December 2025  

 [##  What’s New In Interiors This Month  


 

 ](/home/interior-design/whats-new-in-interiors-this-month-12) 

 

 

 

  ![10 Standout Christmas Wreaths To Buy This Year](https://media.sheerluxe.com/IKvfWm5MAy1bu2VbPysCwX58I0o=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F12%2Fsl-site-assets-021225-thumb-hero-wreaths.jpg?itok=whQ526E3)

  

 

 



 

[Decorating](/home/decorating)

/

  02 December 2025  

 [##  10 Standout Christmas Wreaths To Buy This Year  


 

 ](/home/decorating/christmas-wreaths) 

 

 

 

  ![See How Parisian Style Came To Life In This London Home](https://media.sheerluxe.com/Qd8JNoXF9ejyK9QXJxmirLQX-ho=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F12%2Fsl-site-assets-011225-thumbhero-penrose-tilbury-home-tour.jpg?itok=CaQi9y41)

  

 

 



 

[House Tours](/home/house-tours)

/

  01 December 2025  

 [##  See How Parisian Style Came To Life In This London Home  


 

 ](/home/house-tours/see-how-parisian-style-came-to-life-in-this-london-home) 

 

 

 

  ![The Festive Homeware Collections To Discover At NEXT](https://media.sheerluxe.com/XkFoOYQtEleZ9c20_I_NfEv-VqY=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F11%2Fnext-home-brands-new-hero.gif?itok=lEocIWVC)

  

 

 



 

[Accessories &amp; Furniture](/home/accessories-furniture)

/

  27 November 2025  

 [##  The Festive Homeware Collections To Discover At NEXT  


 

 ](/home/accessories-furniture/the-festive-homeware-collections-to-discover-at-next) 

 

 

 

  ![How The SL Team Are Decorating Their Christmas Trees ](https://media.sheerluxe.com/P33cZlACFyjXsMgIOihQWu-T7TE=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F11%2Fsl-site-assets-261125-hero-moodboards-2.png?itok=PHAnHMyo)

  

 

 



 

[Accessories &amp; Furniture](/home/accessories-furniture)

/

  26 November 2025  

 [##  How The SL Team Are Decorating Their Christmas Trees  


 

 ](/home/accessories-furniture/how-the-sl-team-are-decorating-their-christmas-trees) 

 

 

 

  ![See How This Grade II-Listed Home Became A Modern Family Retreat](https://media.sheerluxe.com/6kHxep1EH0O044mGrcnDa_BMnro=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F11%2Fsl-site-assets-241125-thumb-hero-the-mill.jpg?itok=h19bZmYT)

  

 

 



 

[House Tours](/home/house-tours)

/

  24 November 2025  

 [##  See How This Grade II-Listed Home Became A Modern Family Retreat  


 

 ](/home/house-tours/see-how-this-grade-ii-listed-home-became-a-modern-family-retreat) 

 

 

 

  ![Where To Rent Next: East London’s Most Exciting New Opening](https://media.sheerluxe.com/lw-o-tncFV0zix1cpICthStxXQw=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F11%2Fsl-site-assets-201125-thumb-the-eades-walthamstow-commercial.jpg?itok=Nj3gjhk3)

  

 

 



 

[Property](/home/property)

/

  20 November 2025  

 [##  Where To Rent Next: East London’s Most Exciting New Opening  


 

 ](/home/property/where-to-rent-next-east-londons-most-exciting-new-opening) 

 

 

 

  ![30 Stylish New-Ins From Mango Home](https://media.sheerluxe.com/J_8sdsNjLW_2s71IN2vZ3rNVCrM=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F11%2Fsl-site-assets-201125-thumb-mango-interiors.jpg?itok=A5Wxo8jp)

  

 

 



 

[Accessories &amp; Furniture](/home/accessories-furniture)

/

  20 November 2025  

 [##  30 Stylish New-Ins From Mango Home  


 

 ](/home/accessories-furniture/mango-home) 

 

 

 

  ![36 Thoughtful Gifts For Hosts](https://media.sheerluxe.com/S_4tCw6hN0zqtqan-Cd2pErdqPM=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F11%2Fsl-gold-171125-site-assets-gifts-for-hosts-hero-thumb_0.jpg?itok=tJID5djp)

  

 

 



 

 [Home](/gold/home)/

  17 November 2025  

 [##  36 Thoughtful Gifts For Hosts  


 

 ](/home/36-thoughtful-gifts-for-hosts) 

 

 

 

 

           

 

 

 

 

 



  

 Share This Story

 [Facebook

 ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?display=popup&redirect_uri=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com&u=https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fhome%2Fhow-make-your-tech-more-secure&t=How+To+Make+Your+Tech+More+Secure) [ Pinterest

 ](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fhome%2Fhow-make-your-tech-more-secure&description=How+To+Make+Your+Tech+More+Secure&media=) [ E-mail

 ](<mailto:?subject=How To Make Your Tech More Secure&body=Hi%0A%0AI&#039;ve just read this article https://sheerluxe.com/home/how-make-your-tech-more-secure and thought you might like it, too.%0A%0ASheerLuxe is your in-the-know friend keeping you up to date with everything new in fashion, beauty, culture, lifestyle %26 home.%0A%0AYou can sign up for the FREE daily newsletter here. https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsignup%3Fseed%3Dsharing%26utm_source%3DWebsite%26utm_medium%3DSL%26utm_campaign%3DEmail%26utm_id%3DSharing>) 

 

 

DISCLAIMER: We endeavour to always credit the correct original source of every image we use. If you think a credit may be incorrect, please contact us at <info@sheerluxe.com>.

 

 

 

  ##  Fashion. Beauty. Culture. Life. Home 

###  Delivered to your inbox, daily 

 [Subscribe](/signup)