The five tech security tips paraplanners shouldn’t do without

Think you know how to stay safe online? No matter how savvy you think you are, even people who have never known a world without the web can fall victim to sophisticated scams (listen out for the case of a 20 year old digital native who nearly lost £000s in a fake HMRC email scam). Which is why you should tune in to this eye-opening conversation with Sarah Coles, Parmenion’s head of cyber and resilience. As a seasoned cybersecurity expert, whose blog posts have acquired almost cult status among readers of the Assembly's monthly newsletter, Sarah has spent a decade protecting wealth management professionals and practices. In this conversation with host Richard Allum, Sarah shares five practical tips that will help shield you and your business from a world of cyber threats. Want to know why storing passwords in your browser might be riskier than you think? Or why relying on SMS codes for two-factor authentication could leave you vulnerable? Sarah breaks down complex security concepts into actionable steps you can implement right away. In fewer than 30 minutes, you'll discover: Why length matters more than complexity for password security The truth about backup solutions (no, Dropbox sync isn't enough) How to spot sophisticated phishing attempts that can fool even experts Simple ways to protect client data that meet regulatory requirements Real-world examples of common security mistakes and how to avoid them Whether you're a solo paraplanner or part of a larger team, this conversation offers valuable insights for protecting not only your practice and your clients' sensitive information but your personal information too. These days, good security isn't just about the tech you use. It's about developing smart habits that become second nature. Tune in and, in half an hour, you could be setting out on a lifetime of freshly minted healthy cyber security habits. Useful links Catch up with Sarah’s cyber security posts at Parmenion’s blog Sarah mentioned Parmenion’s regular email. To subscribe, visit Parmenion’s homepage, scroll down and click the link under ‘Sign up to our latest insights’ section. Richard mentioned 1Password a number of times – even though he’s not on their payroll! – which is a password manager app that works on any of your devices as an app and in your browser.