Freelancers’ Workstation Cyber Hygiene Checklist
Operating system and software are updated regularly
Antivirus/antimalware installed and running
Strong, unique passwords for all accounts
Two-factor authentication enabled where possible
Work files are regularly backed up to secure location
Sensitive data encrypted at rest and in transit
Unused services and ports disabled
Firewall is enabled and properly configured
Beware of suspicious emails, links, and attachments
Workstation automatically locks after inactivity
Public Wi-Fi avoided or secured with VPN
Regular review of account permissions and access