This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by shervin baghervand
Hey everyone 
I’m Shervin, the developer behind DigitalSecurity — an AI-powered cybersecurity app that helps people stay safe online 
Today I want to share 5 common mistakes that many people make when it comes to online security — and how to avoid them 
1⃣ Using Weak or Reused Passwords
It’s one of the biggest security risks!
Always use strong, unique passwords for every website.
Tip: use a password manager to keep them safe.
2⃣ Ignoring Software Updates
Outdated software often has known vulnerabilities that hackers can exploit.
Keep your system and apps updated regularly.
3⃣ Clicking Suspicious Links
Never click unknown links in emails, messages, or ads.
Many phishing attacks start this way 
4⃣ Using Public Wi-Fi Without Protection
Free Wi-Fi networks are not safe!
Avoid logging into important accounts while using them, or use a VPN instead.
5⃣ Not Using Smart Security Tools
Even if you’re careful, threats can still happen.
That’s why I built DigitalSecurity — an AI-based tool that detects and blocks online dangers in real time 
Check out the project here:
https://github.com/shervinbaghervand33-del/DigitalSecurity
Stay safe, stay smart, and protect your digital world 
— Shervin
This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by shervin baghervand