成为数字游牧者会给您的工作生活带来自由感。但通过互联网工作时存在风险,尤其是当您经常移动时。在网上保护自己对于继续在路上工作至关重要。
在本文中,我们将分享六个顶级网络安全技巧,数字游牧者可以使用它们来保持安全并保护他们的在线隐私。

旅行时(Risks)工作的
风险
在我们深入探讨顶级网络安全最佳实践之前,了解您作为数字游民工作时面临的风险非常重要。
不幸的是,远程工作和在家工作会带来额外的安全风险和挑战,大多数人在开始之前都没有考虑到这些风险和挑战。
例如,数字游牧民依靠自己的设备,经常需要公共Wi-Fi来访问互联网,并不断处理超出他们控制范围的突发事件。
影响数字游民的一些常见风险包括:
- 不安全的个人设备
- 盗窃
- 针对个人和财务信息的网络钓鱼
- 公共 Wi-Fi 上的黑客
- 未加密的文件共享
通过主动应对这些风险,您可以确保在环游世界时保持旅途安全并继续工作。
以下是我们在远程工作时提高在线安全和隐私的 6 个重要提示:
1. 保护您的互联网(Internet)连接

您的互联网连接是您在路上工作时的命脉。如果没有它,您将无法发送电子邮件、研究工作详细信息或访问重要的云文档。然而,这也是网络犯罪分子最容易进入的点。为了确保安全,您应该确保您的互联网连接安全。
您可以采取以下措施来确保您的互联网连接尽可能安全:
- 使用虚拟专用网络(Virtual Private Network)( VPN )。VPN会屏蔽您的连接并加密您发送和接收的所有数据。(VPN)这使得黑客更难拦截您的数据,向潜在的跟踪者隐藏您的身份,并提高您的整体安全性。
- 避免使用(Avoid)公共Wi-Fi。公共(Public)网络通常不安全。黑客可以创建虚假Wi-Fi名称来引诱您连接或在不安全的网络上安装勒索软件攻击。通过这些技术,他们可以在您的设备上访问或安装恶意软件,从而勒索赎金。如果您必须使用公共Wi-Fi网络,请使用VPN来屏蔽您的连接。
- 确保您的个人Wi-Fi安全。如果您使用个人Wi-Fi路由器或智能手机网络共享,请确保您的密码无法被猜到,以便其他人无法劫持您的连接。
当您的互联网安全后,就可以开始使用您的设备了。
2. 保护您的设备和在线(Online)帐户

除了与互联网的连接之外,作为数字游民,您拥有的最重要的东西是您用于工作的笔记本电脑和个人移动设备。最常见的网络安全威胁之一是帐户和身份欺诈。
以下是保护您的设备免受网络攻击的几种方法:
- 使用(Use)强密码:所有密码都应该是唯一的,长度至少为 12 个字符,混合使用大小写字母、数字和符号。如果您对多个设备、应用程序和帐户使用相同的密码,并且有人知道了该密码,他们将可以访问所有内容。建议使用密码管理器来安全地存储多个唯一密码。
- 使用(Use)双因素身份验证 (2FA):2FA 和多因素身份验证 ( MFA ) 为您的设备添加了一层安全保护。他们不只依赖密码,而是要求您在登录时提交一个代码(或多个代码)来证明您的身份。这可以防止黑客访问您的设备,即使他们知道您的密码。
- 投资(Invest)强大的防病毒软件:互联网上充满了恶意软件,如果您不小心,您的设备可能会被感染。为了保护您的设备(protect your devices),您应该使用受人尊敬的反恶意软件解决方案。至少,您应该确保您的防火墙和操作系统防病毒软件(例如,Microsoft 的Windows Defender或 Mac 的安全(Security)应用程序)已完全更新。
- 定期更新您的设备:软件(Software)更新通常包含可防止最近发现的漏洞的补丁。为了确保您的设备免受这些漏洞的影响,您应该尽可能定期执行更新。如果您可能会忘记,请设置自动更新。
额外提示(Bonus Tip):及时了解(Stay)数据泄露情况。这些安全漏洞现在更频繁地发生,并且您的许多密码可能已经在暗网上(Dark Web)出售。您可以使用HaveIBeenPwned(HaveIBeenPwned)等工具检查您的密码或敏感信息是否已被泄露。
3. 了解网络钓鱼(Phishing)攻击
的迹象(Signs)

当网络犯罪分子冒充合法人员或公司并试图诱骗您共享银行账户和信用卡信息等敏感数据时,就会发生网络钓鱼诈骗。为了保护自己免受网络钓鱼的侵害,您必须了解它是什么样的。
以下是一些危险信号,表明可疑电子邮件、短信或网站存在欺诈行为:
- 有多个拼写错误。如果电子邮件存在多个拼写或语法错误,则很有可能来自诈骗者。
- 该消息营造了一种紧迫感。骗子试图诱骗您不假思索地快速行动。花点时间考虑该消息是否真实,然后采取相应行动。
- 该消息并非来自合法来源。仔细检查消息或电子邮件是否来自预期的号码或电子邮件地址。对于网站,请检查URL是否正确。
为了避免网络钓鱼网络攻击,请直接联系个人或公司以确认详细信息。切勿点击可疑消息中的链接,因为它可能会在您的设备上安装恶意软件或将您带到虚假网站。
4. 加密您的电子邮件

如果您经常发送包含机密信息的电子邮件,则应该对其进行加密。事实上,您应该加密所有在线和离线数据(encrypt all of your online and offline data)。这将确保没有人可以访问您的电子邮件中的信息,即使它们被拦截。这同样适用于您在线发送的任何文档和文件。
如果您是公司员工而不是承包商,这一点尤其重要。
大多数电子邮件服务提供免费和付费加密服务,您可以轻松使用它们来保护您的数据。
额外提示(Bonus Tip):如果您受雇于组织但远程工作,则使用公司设备或讨论网络安全(如果您使用自己的设备)至关重要。他们将制定适当的政策和程序来保护他们的数据。如果您在使用个人设备时出现问题,您可能需要承担违反政策的责任。
5、定期备份数据

定期备份可确保在出现问题时您的所有数据都是安全的。这些可以在外部硬盘驱动器和闪存驱动器上本地完成,也可以使用基于云的备份解决方案通过互联网完成。
对于数字游牧者来说,最好的选择是将数据备份到云端。这样,您在携带额外的存储设备时无需担心物理安全。同样(Likewise),您也不会有丢失硬盘或硬盘被盗的风险。
如果您选择使用在线解决方案,有数十家提供商可供选择。Google Drive是最简单的解决方案之一,它与您已经使用的许多工具集成。
其中许多解决方案提供了额外的工具,例如定期自动备份、加密和恶意软件扫描。
额外提示(Bonus Tip):作为数字游民,保留护照、移民卡、签证等的数字备份是个好主意。这样,如果它们丢失或被盗,您总有办法识别自己的身份。
6.养成安全浏览(Employ Safe Browsing)和社交媒体习惯(Social Media Habits)

这听起来似乎是显而易见的,但网络安全意识涉及避免不安全行为。人们常常忘记他们的浏览习惯、社交媒体帖子和其他在线行为如何传播他们的个人信息并使他们容易遭受网络犯罪。
以下是一些保持上网安全的提示(tips to stay safe online):
- 切勿分享您的位置。当你分享你的位置时,你就将自己作为一个目标——尤其是当你在一个你知之甚少的外国地方时。为了防止这种情况发生,您应该避免分享显示您所在位置的图片,并关闭跟踪您位置的应用程序(例如Snapchat)。
- 不要在社交媒体上发布个人身份信息。分享您的生日、电话号码和地址等个人信息可能会导致诈骗者盗用您的身份。它还可以帮助黑客解决您的密码恢复问题。
- 更改您的隐私设置。为了防止诈骗者和跟踪者了解更多有关您的信息,您应该更改您的隐私设置,以便只有值得信赖的朋友才能看到您的详细信息。
- 切勿点击电子邮件或短信中的链接。可疑消息中的链接(Links)通常会导致虚假网站试图窃取您的个人信息或登录详细信息。
- 仅访问安全站点。访问网站时,请仔细检查Web 浏览器的URL栏中是否有(URL)HTTPS挂锁符号。这表明您与该网站有安全、加密的连接。
路上保持安全
作为数字游牧者,您的设备和身份的安全至关重要。如果没有私人互联网连接、安全设备和安全实践,您继续工作的能力就不确定。通过遵循这些信息安全提示,您可以保持安全并继续顺利工作。
6 Cybersecurity Tips for Digital Nomads
Beіng a digital nomad brings a sense of freedom to your work life. But there are risks involved when working from the internet, especially when you’re constantlу moving. Protecting yourself оnline is crucial to continuе working on the road.
In this article, we’ll share six top cybersecurity tips that digital nomads can use to stay safe and protect their privacy online.

The Risks of Working While Traveling
Before we dive into our top cybersecurity best practices, it’s important to know what risks you face when you work as a digital nomad.
Unfortunately, remote work and working from home introduce additional security risks and challenges that most people don’t consider before starting.
For example, digital nomads rely on their own equipment, often require public Wi-Fi to access the internet, and constantly deal with unexpected events outside their control.
Some common risks affecting digital nomads include:
- Unsecured personal devices
- Theft
- Phishing for personal and financial information
- Hackers on public Wi-Fi
- Unencrypted file sharing
By addressing these risks proactively, you can ensure that you can stay safe on the road and continue working while you travel the world.
Here are our 6 top tips to increase your online security and privacy while working remotely:
1. Protect Your Internet Connection

Your internet connection is your lifeblood while working on the road. Without it, you can’t send emails, research details for your work, or access important cloud documents. However, it’s also the easiest point of access for cybercriminals. To stay safe, you should make sure your internet connection is secure.
Here are a few things you can do to ensure that your internet connection is as secure as possible:
- Use a Virtual Private Network (VPN). A VPN masks your connection and encrypts all data you send and receive. This makes it harder for hackers to intercept your data, hides your identity from would-be stalkers, and increases your overall security.
- Avoid public Wi-Fi. Public networks are often unsecured. Hackers can create fake Wi-Fi names to lure you into connecting or install ransomware attacks on unsecured networks. Through these techniques, they can access or install malware on your devices, holding them ransom. If you must use a public Wi-Fi network, use a VPN to mask your connection.
- Secure your personal Wi-Fi. If you use a personal Wi-Fi router or smartphone tethering, make sure that your password is impossible to guess so that others can’t hijack your connection.
With your internet secured, it’s time to move on to your devices.
2. Secure Your Devices and Online Accounts

Aside from your connection to the internet, the most important thing you have as a digital nomad is the laptop and personal mobile device you use for work. One of the most common cybersecurity threats is account and identity fraud.
Here are a few ways to protect your devices from cyber attackers:
- Use strong passwords: All your passwords should be unique and at least 12 characters long, using a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. If you use the same password for multiple devices, apps, and accounts, and someone learns it, they’ll have access to everything. A password manager is recommended for storing multiple unique passwords securely.
- Use two-factor authentication (2FA): 2FA and multifactor authentication (MFA) adds a layer of security to your devices. Rather than relying on a password alone, they require you to submit a code (or multiple codes) to prove your identity when signing in. This can prevent hackers from accessing your devices even if they know your password.
- Invest in powerful antivirus software: The internet is full of malware, and your devices may get infected if you aren’t careful. To protect your devices, you should use a respected anti-malware solution. At the bare minimum, you should ensure that your firewall and operating system antivirus (e.g., Microsoft’s Windows Defender or Mac’s Security app) are fully updated.
- Update your devices regularly: Software updates usually contain patches that protect against recently discovered vulnerabilities. To ensure that your devices are protected against these vulnerabilities, you should perform updates as regularly as possible. If you’re likely to forget, set up automatic updates.
Bonus Tip: Stay abreast of data breaches. These security breaches occur more often now, and many of your passwords may already be for sale on the Dark Web. You can check whether your passwords or sensitive information has been compromised by using a tool like HaveIBeenPwned.
3. Learn the Signs of a Phishing Attack

Phishing scams occur when cybercriminals impersonate legitimate people or companies and try to trick you into sharing sensitive data like bank accounts and credit card information. To protect yourself from phishing, you must learn what it looks like.
Here are some red flags that indicate a suspicious email, text, or website is fraudulent:
- There are multiple spelling errors. If the email has multiple spelling or grammatical errors, there’s a good chance it’s from a scammer.
- The message builds a sense of urgency. Scammers try to trick you into acting quickly and without thinking. Take your time to consider whether the message is real or not, and then act accordingly.
- The message isn’t from a legitimate source. Double-check that the message or email comes from the expected number or email address. For websites, check that the URL is correct.
To avoid phishing cyberattacks, contact a person or company directly to confirm the details. Never follow a link in a suspicious message, as it might install malware on your device or take you to a fake website.
4. Encrypt Your Emails

If you often send emails that contain confidential information, you should encrypt them. In fact, you should encrypt all of your online and offline data. This will ensure that no one can access the information within your emails, even if they’re intercepted. The same goes for any documents and files you send online.
This is especially important if you’re an employee for a company rather than a contractor.
Most email services provide free and paid encryption services that you can easily use to protect your data.
Bonus Tip: If you’re employed by an organization but work remotely, it’s vital that you use a company device or discuss cybersecurity if you use your own devices. They’ll have policies and procedures in place to protect their data. You might be liable for a policy violation if something goes wrong as you’re using a personal device.
5. Backup Data Regularly

Regular backups ensure that if something goes wrong, all your data is safe. These can be done locally on external hard drives and flash drives or via the internet using cloud-based backup solutions.
For a digital nomad, the best option is to back up your data to the cloud. That way, you don’t need to worry about physical security when carrying additional storage devices. Likewise, you’ll have no risk of leaving your hard drive behind or having it stolen.
If you choose to use an online solution, there are dozens of providers to choose from. Google Drive is one of the simplest solutions that integrates with many tools you already use.
Many of these solutions provide additional tools like automatic backups at regular intervals, encryption, and malware scanning.
Bonus Tip: As a digital nomad, it’s a good idea to keep digital backups of your passports, immigration cards, visas, and so on. That way, if they’re lost or stolen, you always have a way to identify yourself.
6. Employ Safe Browsing and Social Media Habits

This may sound obvious, but cybersecurity awareness involves avoiding unsafe behaviors. People often forget how their browsing habits, social media posts, and other online behaviors can broadcast their personal information and make them vulnerable to cybercrime.
Here are some tips to stay safe online:
- Never share your location. When you share your location, you open yourself up as a target — especially if you’re in a foreign place you know little about. To prevent this, you should avoid sharing pictures that show where you’re staying and turn off apps that track your location (like Snapchat).
- Don’t post personally identifiable information on social media. Sharing personal information like your birthday, phone number, and address can lead to scammers taking your identity. It can also help hackers work out your password recovery questions.
- Change your privacy settings. To prevent scammers and stalkers from figuring out more about you, you should change your privacy settings so that only trusted friends can see your details.
- Never click links in emails or texts. Links in suspicious messages often lead to fake websites that try to steal your personal information or login details.
- Only access secure sites. When visiting websites, double-check that the HTTPS padlock symbol is in the URL bar of your web browser. This indicates that you have a secure, encrypted connection to that website.
Stay Safe On the Road
As a digital nomad, the security of your devices and identity is paramount. Without a private internet connection, secure devices, and safe practices, your ability to continue working is uncertain. By following these information security tips, you can stay safe and continue to work without hiccups.