Why Security Measures for Your Hotmail Account?

Today there are lots of email service providers around the world, but they are only few email services which are liked by most of the people. The Hotmail is one of those which are linked by the user because of its features and functionality. There are millions of users who are using the Hotmail. On one side Hotmail is found at the most secured email service providers, but many reports as shown that how the big brand "Microsoft" has a list of demerits. When it comes to providing an efficient security to the users. Hotmail is constantly in the news for weak anti-spam and email functionality. With the increased number of advanced hackers on the market it becomes very essential for users to protect their email account from hackers.

Hotmail has provided a Hotmail Customer Service Number for the technical assistance for making the user account security. The users can call on the toll-free number any time as this service is available 24*7. Concerning on the security issue we have listed few guidelines and solutions that can help users in some way.

Always Keep a Strong Password: Password is the key to your account, thus it is must that your password should not be breakable. Some tips for choosing your password

• Avoid using the predictable name like name of your siblings, pet or favorite color.
• Don’t choose the password like your name or date of birth.
• Choose the password with strong words contains capital letters and special characters.

Email Phishing: In some recent years, it has been seen that a new type of threat has been entered in the market called Email Phishing. On this hackers send fake mails baiting the users that they won prizes and in return they ask users to enter their personal information or account details. If you ever receive this type of mails don’t respond them and delete it immediately.

Be Alert while using the Public Computer: If you are using the computer at the public place like cyber café, office or college you must be known that those computers are more prone to cyber threat as they are not only used by you but by many others. It is suggested to the users to avoid using personal accounts on the public computers.

Don’t share your Password with Anyone: The name, password defines everything, never share your password with anyone as it is a most confidential substance, if you share your password to anyone you will lose your personal information. Hackers can access all your personal resources ad system with ease.

Keep an updated Antivirus and Firewall: To protect your account with spammers and hackers there are many antivirus available in the market equipped with features like anti-spam and email security. It is therefore good to keep to keep antivirus in your system which can protect you from email threats. The most successful and popular antivirus available in the market are Kaspersky Lab, McAfee and Quick Heal.

If you are having any queries regarding the security issue of your account you can call to Hotmail Contact Numberfor any help.