Every October, Cybersecurity Awareness Month reminds us that protecting our online privacy isn’t just smart — it’s essential. From data breaches to hidden trackers, our personal information is constantly at risk each time we go online.

The good news? You don’t need to be a cybersecurity expert to stay protected. By building a few simple habits — and using tools designed to keep you safe — you can browse, shop, and stream with confidence.

1. Limit Data Sharing and App Permissions

Every app, browser extension, or website you use collects some level of personal information. The less you share, the safer you are.

Regularly review your app and browser permissions, disable unnecessary tracking options, and avoid connecting apps that request access to your contacts or location unless absolutely necessary. These small changes can drastically reduce how much of your personal data ends up online.

2. Keep Your Devices and Browsers Up to Date

Outdated software often contains vulnerabilities that hackers exploit. By skipping updates, you leave the door open to malware and spyware.

Turn on automatic updates for your browser, apps, and operating system to ensure you’re always running the latest security patches. Updated software means safer browsing and stronger privacy protection.

3. Enable Two-Factor Authentication Everywhere You Can

Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds an extra layer of defense by requiring a second form of verification — like a text code or fingerprint scan.

Even if someone gets your password, they won’t be able to access your accounts without that second step. It’s one of the easiest ways to protect your identity and boost your online privacy while browsing.

4. Browse Privately and Protect Your Connection

Your browser is the gateway to your digital world — and one of the most common targets for cyberattacks. To keep your online activity private and secure, follow these best practices:

Use privacy-focused browser settings: Enable features like “Do Not Track,” block third-party cookies, and clear browsing data regularly.

Avoid public Wi-Fi without protection: Public networks are easy targets for hackers to intercept your data. With UltraVPN (included with your UltraAV subscription), you can encrypt your entire internet connection and shield your personal information from prying eyes — even on unsecured or shared Wi-Fi networks.

Be cautious of unsafe websites: Check for “https://” in the address bar and avoid entering sensitive information on sites that don’t have secure encryption.

Limit browser extensions: Only install extensions from trusted sources — some can secretly collect your browsing data.

Building these habits helps ensure your personal information stays private, even on today’s data-driven web.

Pro Tip: For even stronger security, use Multihop.

Multihop is an advanced privacy feature that routes your internet traffic through two separate VPN servers instead of one. When you connect normally to a VPN, your data is encrypted once and sent through a single secure server before reaching the internet.

With Multihop, that encryption and rerouting happen twice — your connection first passes through one VPN server, then a second — creating two layers of encryption and two geographic hops.

This setup makes it dramatically harder for anyone to trace your activity or identify your real IP address. Even if one server were compromised, your data would still remain protected by the second layer.

5. Think Before You Click

Many privacy breaches start with a single careless click. Cybercriminals disguise malware in email links, fake pop-ups, or “too good to be true” offers.
Before clicking, pause and verify the source. If it looks suspicious or urgent, visit the company’s website directly instead of interacting with the link.

Protect Your Online Privacy with Confidence

During Cybersecurity Awareness Month, take these five steps to strengthen your online privacy while browsing — and let UltraAV handle the rest.


With real-time protection, anti-tracking technology, and secure browsing tools, UltraAV helps you stay safe every time you go online.

Because your digital life deserves the same protection as your real one.