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About Everyday Shield

Everyday Shield is a cybersecurity blog designed for everyday people — not tech experts. We share practical, easy-to-follow tips to help you stay safe online, protect your personal data, and reduce daily digital risks.

From secure password habits to safe browsing techniques, our goal is to make cybersecurity simple, actionable, and part of your daily routine. We believe that online safety shouldn’t be complicated — it should be accessible to everyone.

This blog is regularly updated with insights from trusted sources such as the FTC (Federal Trade Commission), NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology), and other globally recognized security organizations.

Whether you're using public Wi-Fi, creating stronger logins, or just curious about online threats — we’re here to help you stay one step ahead.

Everyday Shield = Practical cybersecurity. No jargon. Just protection that works.

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Top 3 Security Mistakes Chrome Users Make Without Realizing

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It started with a single pop-up I shouldn’t have clicked. Just one accidental tap on a fake browser update notification—and suddenly, my Chrome felt... different. Slower. More intrusive. I later learned it wasn’t just my imagination: a malicious extension had quietly slipped in. It wasn’t until weeks later, when my saved passwords leaked and odd charges appeared, that I realized what went wrong. If you use Chrome daily, especially on public Wi-Fi or for online banking, this story could easily become yours. The good news? Most browser security risks are preventable—once you know what to look for. This post breaks down the top three Chrome security mistakes people make, often without realizing, and how to stop them before damage is done. Table of Contents Using weak or auto-filled passwords on risky sites Installing Chrome extensions without checking their source Ignoring browser updates that patch critical security flaws Using weak or auto-filled ...
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Why Clearing Your Browser Data Regularly Protects You More Than You Think

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It started with a harmless favor. I lent my laptop to a coworker to print something, and as she typed in the browser, a long trail of past sites, saved logins, and old shopping carts popped up. She laughed, but I cringed. It was like someone had opened my digital closet—one I hadn't cleaned in years. That moment made me ask: what else is sitting in my browser right now? What could anyone—or anything—see just by opening it? If you're reading this, chances are your browser could use a cleanup too. Clearing your browser data isn’t just about saving space—it’s an overlooked act of browser hygiene that protects your privacy, reduces tracking, and keeps your device running like new. In this post, we’ll explore exactly what your browser stores, how it can be used against you, and how to regularly clear that digital clutter to take back control. Table of Contents What your browser actually stores behind the scenes How stored data puts your privacy and p...
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Don’t Just Log Out—Do This After Using a Public Computer

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Two weeks ago, I used a public computer at a co-working space in Austin. I logged into my Gmail, printed a few PDFs, and quickly logged out. That should’ve been the end of it—except it wasn’t. The next day, I received an email from Google alerting me to a suspicious login attempt from the same IP address. That’s when it hit me: I didn’t actually protect my data—I just logged out and assumed it was enough. If you’ve ever used a library kiosk, hotel lobby desktop, or airport check-in station, this post is for you. Logging out is only part of the process. Here’s what you should really be doing to keep your accounts and data safe. Table of Contents Clear all browser data Check for background logins Log out of cloud-connected apps Disable auto-fill and sync Use remote logout tools if available Clear all browser data Simply closing the browser isn’t enough—clear everything manually. Before stepping away from a public computer, go into th...
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