The Worst Browsing Mistakes iPhone Users Make, According To Experts

Are you taking every precaution possible to protect yourself when you use your iPhone’s browser to search for just about anything? 

Did that question stop you in your tracks because you didn’t even know browsing required protection?

If so, you’re not alone. It isn’t uncommon for iPhone users to make a number of browsing mistakes that could be putting their security at risk. Browsers aren’t all one and the same. But no matter which browser you choose to rely on, they all have one thing in common: failing to take certain steps when it comes to your passwords, personal information, and daily tech habits can leave you more open to hacking attempts and, less seriously, make your iPhone experience less than pleasurable. This is the worst browsing mistake iPhone users make — and a few additional errors to keep on your radar. 

Noticing a link that you don’t recognize? The last thing you should do is let your curiosity get the best of you, says Rick Van Galen’s, a security engineer at human-centric security leader 1Password. “Recognizing dangerous links is becoming more difficult than ever as hackers are becoming more sophisticated,” Van Galen says. “Look closely at the source of the link or attachment to verify legitimacy. One common trick these days is for hackers to claim to be a relative or colleague—but send from a different website or phone number.”

Accept your phone’s operating system update as soon as it’s available and ensure your apps are updating regularly, Van Galen reminds us. Updates may seem annoying at the time, but they only take a few minutes and can make a huge difference in how your device operates.