It’s Data Privacy Week

Posted By: Tianna Johnson On: 2023-01-26
Posted On: 2023-01-26

Data Privacy Week is January 22-28, the perfect time to learn more about online privacy and how to safely manage and secure sensitive data. Start off the new year by implementing these data privacy tips:

  1. Check Before You Send. According to Verizon’s 2022 Data Breach Investigations Report, human error is responsible for 82% of data breaches. Before sharing sensitive student data, consider who you are sharing it with, confirm they are authorized to receive it, and understand exactly what data they need.  Ensure you don’t send unnecessary information and always double check the email address is correct before securely sending.
  2. Review Collection Methods. When collecting student data, confirm collection methods follow cybersecurity best practices and verify the data is processed and stored in a secure manner.
  3. Check Your Privacy Settings. When you download a new app, visit the privacy and security settings on your phone to manage the amount of personal information being shared.