Mel Robbins

If you’ve ever clicked “Accept All Cookies,” ignored software updates, saved your passwords, or logged into free Wi-Fi, you have to hear this. 

The little “harmless” things you do online are exactly what scammers count on. 

In today’s conversation, Mel sits down with award-winning cybersecurity expert Caitlin Sarian (aka “Cybersecurity Girl”) to give you the short and simple checklist of things that protect your money, your identity, and your privacy online. 

You don’t need to understand cybersecurity. You just need to stop treating online habits like they’re harmless, because they can leave you open for a scam. 

This isn’t about being paranoid, it’s about realizing that a few tiny changes can shut down most online threats. 

This conversation will educate and inform you. 

In this episode, you’ll learn:
-The biggest cybersecurity mistake almost everyone makes (and how to fix it fast)
-The #1 Venmo scam happening right now, and exactly what to do if it happens to you
-What to do immediately if your phone is lost or stolen
-The 5 essential moves that protect you from most online threats
-The fastest way to spot scam links, fake emails, and panic-based phone calls
-How to protect your parents, your kids, and your entire family from getting scammed
-Simple settings to check tonight: camera, microphone, location, and account access

Bookmark this episode and share it with your partner, your parents, and your friends.

This is the kind of information that can prevent a mistake you can’t undo.

For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page: https://www.melrobbins.com/episode/episode-371/ 

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I’m just your friend. I am not a licensed therapist, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. Got it? Good. I’ll see you in the next episode. 

In this episode:
00:00 Meet The Guest
6:11 What Cybersecurity Means & Why It Matters
7:54 Privacy Tips: How to Protect Your Information Online
13:59 Public Wi‑Fi Risks: What to Know and What to Avoid
18:55 Password Security: Password Managers, Security Questions, & Notes App Risks 
24:07 Common Cybersecurity Mistakes That Get You Hacked 
30:52 Common Payment App Scams & How to Avoid Them
37:08 What to Do After a Data Breach: Step-by-Step Damage Control
38:04 The Fastest Way to Stop Identity Theft
39:27 How to Protect Seniors From Online Scams
41:00 Kids Online Safety Tools: How to Protect Your Children Online
42:53 Sextortion Help: What to Do + Where to Report Online Crimes
44:48 What to Do Immediately If Your Phone Is Stolen
46:32 The Risk of Wearable Technology
51:22 3 Privacy Settings to Check in Your Apps (Do This Now)
54:21 Facial Recognition Explained: How It Works & Privacy Risks
58:31 Can Home Security Systems & Cameras Be Hacked? 
1:04:47 5 Essential Online Safety Tips to Prevent Hacking & Scams

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