Data Privacy with Sanjay Parekh

In this episode, our guest Sanjay Parekh discusses the importance of privacy and security in our digital lives. We discuss the balance between convenience and security, the necessity of using strong passwords and unique email addresses, and the tools available to enhance online safety, including password managers and two-factor authentication. 

Sanjay emphasizes the need for individuals and small business owners to take proactive steps to protect their information and offers practical advice for implementing better security practices.

Takeaways

• Privacy and security are essential for everyone, not just celebrities.
• An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
• Using a debit card can expose you to more risk than a credit card.
• Unique email addresses for each site can help track breaches.
• Password managers are crucial for maintaining strong, unique passwords.
• Two-factor authentication adds an important layer of security.
• Avoid SMS-based two-factor authentication when possible.
• Consider using a secure USB key for backups of sensitive information.
• Think critically about the information you share online.
• Freezing your credit can protect against identity theft.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Privacy and Security
• 05:11 The Importance of Privacy and Security
• 08:55 Finding the Right Balance
• 16:17 Tools for Enhanced Security
• 25:48 Final Thoughts on Security Practices

Links

• Sanjay’s website: https://www.sanjayparekh.com/ 
• Sanjay on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/sanjayparekh.com  
• Together Letters: https://www.togetherletters.com/ 
• Tech Talk Ya’ll: https://www.techtalkyall.com/ 
• Edgewise Media: https://edgewise.media/ 

Tech Recs

• Bitwarden: https://bitwarden.com/ 
• Yubikey: https://www.yubico.com/ 
• Mozilla Firefox: https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/new/ 
• How to freeze your credit score: https://www.usa.gov/credit-freeze