
Home Security Tips You Overlook
11/13/24 • 15 min
Top 5 Overlooked Home Security Tips: Fortify Your Home Against Modern Threats
In this episode Andy discusses five essential, yet often overlooked, home security tips. With threats evolving, Andy covers how to secure your garage door from high-tech break-ins, protect your Wi-Fi network, safeguard your modern car from RFID relay attacks, and more.
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00:00 Welcome to The Secure Dad Podcast
00:51 The Rise of Online Threats and Protecting Personal Information
01:55 Holiday Home Security Tips
03:07 Top 5 Home Security Tips You May Not Have Thought About
03:52 Securing Your Garage Door from High-Tech Break-Ins
06:36 Protecting Your Wi-Fi Network
09:09 Preventing Car Theft with Modern Technology
10:57 Securing Your Front Door and Peephole
13:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. The views and opinions expressed by guests are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Secure Dad, LLC. The Secure Dad® is a registered trademark of The Secure Dad, LLC.
Top 5 Overlooked Home Security Tips: Fortify Your Home Against Modern Threats
In this episode Andy discusses five essential, yet often overlooked, home security tips. With threats evolving, Andy covers how to secure your garage door from high-tech break-ins, protect your Wi-Fi network, safeguard your modern car from RFID relay attacks, and more.
Take control of your data with DeleteMe. Because they sponsor the podcast you can get 20% off a privacy plan from DeleteMe with promo code: DAD.
Defend your home with FlipLok. Listeners get 20% off when using discount code SECUREDAD at checkout.
Protect your credit cards, smartphones, and devices with signal-blocking solutions from SLNT. Get 10% off at SLNT with the discount code: THESECUREDAD.
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00:00 Welcome to The Secure Dad Podcast
00:51 The Rise of Online Threats and Protecting Personal Information
01:55 Holiday Home Security Tips
03:07 Top 5 Home Security Tips You May Not Have Thought About
03:52 Securing Your Garage Door from High-Tech Break-Ins
06:36 Protecting Your Wi-Fi Network
09:09 Preventing Car Theft with Modern Technology
10:57 Securing Your Front Door and Peephole
13:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. The views and opinions expressed by guests are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Secure Dad, LLC. The Secure Dad® is a registered trademark of The Secure Dad, LLC.
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How to Be Invisible Online
In this episode Andy dives deep into practical strategies to reclaim your digital privacy. It’s harder than ever to keep our personal information safe, but it’s not impossible! Join Andy as he explores seven essential tips to reduce your digital footprint and minimize what data brokers and even social media platforms know about you.
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00:00 Introduction to The Secure Dad Podcast
00:52 The Importance of Online Privacy
03:05 Understanding Digital Data Vulnerabilities
03:49 Steps to Be Invisible Online
06:37 Be a Ninja When Browsing the Internet
06:57 The Power of VPNs
07:44 Masking Your Real Data
08:36 Choosing the Right Browser
09:36 Keeping Your Home Address Private
10:46 Social Media Privacy Tips
11:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. The views and opinions expressed by guests are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Secure Dad, LLC. The Secure Dad® is a registered trademark of The Secure Dad, LLC.
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Crisis Communication: Building Your PACE Plan
Building a Family PACE Plan: Effective Crisis Communication Strategies
In this episode, Andy dives into the importance of maintaining communication during crises. Highlighting the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, he introduces the concept of a communication PACE plan (Primary, Alternate, Contingency, Emergency) to ensure family members can stay in touch during emergencies.
He covers various methods from using smartphones and home phones to mobile radios and ham radio systems, and emphasizes the necessity of having a plan in place before disaster strikes.
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Baofeng UV-9G (GMRS): https://amzn.to/4fwU4sZ
Baofeng UV-9R Pro (Ham): https://amzn.to/4eDXc4O
Bluetti 3BA: https://amzn.to/3ACl4rV
Anker 535: https://amzn.to/4fW9tmx
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00:00 Introduction to The Secure Dad Podcast
02:59 Building a Family Communication PACE Plan
04:26 Primary Communication Methods
05:31 Alternate Communication Methods
06:57 Contingency Communication Methods
12:09 Emergency Communication Strategies
13:09 Powering Your PACE Plan
15:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. The views and opinions expressed by guests are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Secure Dad, LLC. The Secure Dad® is a registered trademark of The Secure Dad, LLC.
The Secure Family Podcast - Home Security Tips You Overlook
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Welcome to The Secure Dad Podcast. I'm the host and the creator, Andy Murphy. This podcast serves to help people become proactive in their safety. The information I share on this podcast is for general information purposes only. My goal is to empower you to make safer decisions for yourself and your family. Because our safety is our own responsibility. Today on the show, I want to share with you five things that everybody needs to know about protectin
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