How to Keep Your Smart Home Safe from Hacking
Updated by Alexia on
While smart devices can make daily tasks easier, connecting everyday devices to the internet means there’s a potential for unwanted cyber intrusion.
It’s important to first size up the security of each connected product you bring into your home. Once everything is online, take the following precautions to keep your smart home safe.
6 steps to protect your internet connected devices
- Choose Devices Wisely
- Change Default Username
- Use Strong Passwords
- Use Two-Factor Authentication
- Avoid Public Wi-Fi for Remote Access
- Check App Permissions