With the increase in data leak incidents such as the recent Coinbase hack, it has become essential for every cryptocurrency investor to take steps to protect themselves, not only from financial losses but also from physical threats.

Here are the basic protection steps:

  1. Use a dedicated email and phone number for encryption

    Do not link your personal account with trading platform accounts.

  2. Hide your identity as much as possible

    Do not share pictures or personal information on social media that show you own cryptocurrencies.

  3. Use cold wallets

    Store the majority of your coins in offline wallets.

  4. Do not save real addresses on platforms

    Use P.O. boxes or dedicated addresses when you need to provide an address.

  5. Enable two-factor authentication (2FA)

    It is preferable to use apps like Authy or Google Authenticator instead of text messages.

  6. Monitor your accounts continuously

    Check for any suspicious activities and enable security alerts.

  7. Consider real-world privacy

    Do not talk about your profits or large investments in public.

Important reminder:

Even the strongest platform is not completely immune, so you are your first line of defense. Make security a priority, not a luxury.