We heard you got a new device

Before you start using it, take these steps to customize it and keep it cyber safe.

1. Get secure

Lock your device with a strong password and/or biometrics

Enable multi-factor authentication

Review the privacy policy and terms of use

Update your privacy settings

2. Stay updated

Update your device’s operating system

Enable automatic software updates

3. Make it yours

Uninstall apps you won’t use

Review app permissions, look out for any apps asking for access to data not relevant to their function

Turn off location services when not in use

Disable any other features you don’t need

Once your device is set up:

Apply a camera cover (image of webcam and prohibited circle)

Disable Bluetooth when not in use (image of Bluetooth symbol and prohibited circle)

Avoid connecting to public Wi-Fi or use a VPN (image of an open padlock with a Wi-Fi symbol on it and a prohibited circle)

Always accept OS and software updates (image of update circle and check mark)

Get more tips for your device at: GetCyberSafe.ca/cybersafeholidays

Communications Security Establishment | Centre de la sécurité des télécommunications

Government of Canada

Catalogue number: D96-53/2021E-PDF | ISBN: 978-0-660-40714-2