6 Tips to Enhance Your Mac Security

While Apple is known for designing some of the safest devices on the market, there isn’t an operating system in the world that’s completely invulnerable to cyber-attacks. As Mac grows in popularity, so does the number of people trying to design ways to attack it. Mac is especially enticing to hackers because they’re generally used by professionals, businesses, and wealthy people, so the value of the data they contain is generally higher than the average PC.

Since the vast majority of successful attacks on the Mac operating system consist of malware and adware, it’s important to focus on keeping your browser and firewall security. There are plenty of ways these types of attacks can sneak up on a Mac, but if you follow the six tips below, you can rest assured that your system will be safe.  

Keep Your OS and Apps Updated

Mac is constantly rolling out new updates for its operating systems and apps. These updates often contain urgent security fixes and updates, so you must always use the most up-to-date versions available. You can turn on automatic updates for your Mac OS and the apps hosted in the App Store so that you never miss an important one.

Use Two-Factor Authentication

You can – and should – install a trusted authenticator app on your computer, which will enable two-factor authentication for login. When this security feature is enabled, you’ll need to provide a verification code to sign in. The verification code is securely generated by the app so it’s different every time. This feature helps ensure that even if someone else knows your password, they won’t be able to log in without the code. 

Browse with a VPN

No matter what type of computer or operating system you use, if you want to be sure that your system and personal data stay protected when you’re browsing the internet, you should always browse on a Virtual Private Network. It’s simple to install a VPN for Mac users, which will mask your IP address and keep all incoming and outgoing data protected when you browse the Web. 

Double-Up on Firewall Protection

Mac has a built-in firewall that protects your device from inbound cyber-attacks, but for the most enhanced security, you should have outbound protection as well. Install a two-way firewall on your device to double-up on firewall protection for the utmost security.  

Avoid Using Spotlight Suggestions

While Spotlight Suggestions can help you keep up with the news and weather, and even help you get quick access to some tools on your Mac, they can also leave your system vulnerable to malware, adware, and phishing attacks. It can also leak your personal information to Apple, where it can be shared with third-party providers.

Keep Your Startup Disk Encrypted with FileVault

Mac comes with a built-in encryption tool called FileVault. This helpful security feature keeps the entire hard disk encrypted and locks it up whenever you shut down your Mac. If your computer is stolen, the thieves won’t be able to download or get access to the contents of your computer – they’ll only be unlocked when an authorized user logs in.

Follow the tips and tricks above to enhance your Mac security and keep your data safe under any circumstance. 

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