Fortify Your Digital Fortress: 10 Expert Strategies for Safeguarding Your Email Security

As a technology firm equipped with a state-of-the-art security operations center (SOC), American Technology Services enacts digital hygiene through many methods, including securing email communications. Email is one of the most used forms of communication and one of the most vulnerable to cyber-attacks. In this blog post, we will discuss ten tips for email security that will help you protect your business and personal communications.

1. Use a reputable email service provider

 Choose one with robust security features such as encryption and spam filtering. This will help protect your email from hackers and malicious actors.

2. Use strong passwords

Create strong and unique passwords for your email accounts and change them regularly. Avoid using easily guessable information such as your name or birthdate.

3. Enable two-factor authentication

Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of security to your email account by requiring a second form of identification, such as a fingerprint or time-bound text message code.

4. Be cautious of suspicious links

Be careful of clicking on links in emails from unknown senders, especially if they ask for personal information or login credentials. 

5. Train your employees

Train your employees on email security best practices to help them recognize and avoid potential threats. 

6. Keep your software updated

Regularly update your email client and operating system to ensure you have the latest security patches and features.

7. Use encryption

Encrypt your email communications to protect them from being intercepted and read by unauthorized parties. 

8. Use a VPN

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) encrypts your internet connection, making it more difficult for bad actors to intercept email communications.

9. Back up your email

Regularly back up your email to ensure you can recover any important messages in case of data loss.

10. Be mindful of phishing

Be aware of phishing scams and be cautious of emails that ask for personal information or login credentials. 

These tips will help secure email communications and protect your business and personal information from cyber threats. However, it is important to note that email security is an ongoing process, and you should regularly review and update your security measures. At American Technology Services, we understand the importance of email security and offer a range of IT security solutions to protect your business. Contact us today to learn how we can help you secure your email communications.