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Stay safe while online gaming
Keep a low profile:
- Avoid sharing personal information like location, gender, or age while chatting in online games.
- Choose a username that doesn’t reveal your identity.
Update your game and launcher:
- Always ensure your games and launchers are up-to-date, as updates often include security fixes.
- Prioritize updating games with online access for better security.
Shield yourself from viruses:
- If gaming on a computer, install and keep up-to-date firewall, anti-spyware, and anti-virus software.
- Protect your system from potential malware threats.
Mod with caution:
- Be cautious when downloading add-ons or custom content for games.
- Scan downloaded files with your anti-virus software before launching the game.
Use passphrases or complex passwords:
- Create unique and strong passwords or passphrases for your gaming accounts.
- Include a combination of upper- and lower-case letters, numbers, and special characters for better security.