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title: Cybersecurity Travel Tips
description: Before you leave on your trip look at our cybersecurity travel recommendations to minimize cybercriminals from tagging along on your journey.
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# [Cybersecurity Travel Tips](https://blog.lascala.com/cybersecurity-travel-tips)

 Written by [Angel Belford](https://blog.lascala.com/author/angel-belford) | Jun 21, 2023 4:00:00 AM

Hotel reservations – check, sunscreen – packed. Did you think about a cybersecurity checklist? If not, before you leave on your trip look at our recommendations to minimize cybercriminals from tagging along on your journey.

### Limit the number of devices you are bringing.

Each device you pack could be a potential additional security risk. Only bring devices that you need and plan to use.

### Don’t use a public Wi-Fi or guest network without a VPN.

- Information on a public Wi-Fi can be unsecure, tracked, and should be avoided.
- Use a Virtual Private Network (VPN). A VPN adds security, hides your public IP address, and minimizes the ability for cybercriminals to track your location. Install a VPN app or software before your excursion.
- Use a hotspot in addition to the VPN. Use your cell phone signal as a Wi-Fi setting to turn on this feature.
- Limit sharing sensitive data on your device such as your Social Security number.

### Notify the IT staff for business travel plans.

- If you are using a company device, let the IT staff know about your travel plans. Only use the company device and VPN if necessary.
- Don’t use company provided computers for personal use while on vacation.
- If taking a trip internationally, discuss any potential country regulations with the IT department.
- Use a private space when entering credentials.
- Lock the device when not in use.
- Don’t leave devices unattended.

### Don’t use public computers for sensitive information such as banking or healthcare.

### Don’t use public recharging stations.

- Bring your own USB cables and charger.
- Cybercriminals can load malware on public USB charging stations to potentially access devices while being charged known as juice jacking.

### Use caution when posting on social media.

- Don’t mention your location.
- Avoid listing your detailed itinerary.

**Sources**  
1 -Proofpoint: What is a VPN: [https://www.proofpoint.com/us/threat-reference/vpn](https://www.proofpoint.com/us/threat-reference/vpn)  
2 –Federal Communications Commission: [https://www.fcc.gov/juice-jacking-tips-to-avoid-it#:~:text=Cybersecurity%20experts%20warn%20that%20bad,passwords%20directly%20to%20the%20perpetrator.](https://www.fcc.gov/juice-jacking-tips-to-avoid-it#:~:text=Cybersecurity%20experts%20warn%20that%20bad,passwords%20directly%20to%20the%20perpetrator.)

3 - Photo credit: [marchmeena29](https://www.istockphoto.com/portfolio/marchmeena29?mediatype=photography)

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