1. When going to a website, double-check that you are on the correct website.
   Look for any subtle misspellings or differences in the web address that could indicate a phishing scam.
   Take a look in the address bar that the name of the website is correct.
   Be cautious, as even a small typographical error can lead you to a different, potentially harmful site.
   Are you on facebook.com and not, faceboook.com? This is a simple trick that hackers use.

2. Always use HTTPS instead of HTTP, when possible.
   Using HTTPS helps ensure that the data exchanged between your browser and the site remains private and secure.
   This is what is wrote at the begging of a website name in the address bar.
   It is a crucial protocol for securing online transactions and protecting personal information.
   The S in HTTPS stand for secure and provides a secure connection between you and the site you are on.

3. Have you ever noticed the little padlock icon in the address bar beside a website name? This is a security certificate, which in combination with HTTPS encrypts your connection to a website, meaning that even if someone is spying on your connection, the message is encrypted so they can’t read it.
   If the padlock is greyed out or has a warning sign, you should be cautious before entering any personal information.
   Make sure the padlock is locked.
   A locked padlock is a good indication, but it’s not foolproof; always verify the URL as well.
   Some websites have a green colouring around the padlock, which means that the website has gone through a process to get verified to prove that they are who they say they are and not a website pretending to be a real site, remember faceboook.com? They could have the padlock, but they are still not the actual Facebook site.

Maintaining browser security is paramount in today’s digital environment. Make sure your browser is up-to-date, and that you have enabled ‘Use HTTPS everywhere’ or your browser’s equivalent. Follow these safety tips to help protect yourself.