In the crypto and broader Web3 ecosystem, digital security is not optional. At Ago, we’ve always promoted a responsible and proactive approach: your decentralized wallet is a vault — but you need to know how to use it correctly.
In this article, Ago outlines the essential daily practices to reduce the risk of theft, phishing, or compromise of your sensitive data.
Ban weak passwords (especially browser auto-save)
It may sound obvious… but it’s still too often overlooked.
Use strong, unique passwords for every site or service, and store them using a secure password manager like KeePass or Bitwarden.
Avoid saving passwords in your browser (like Chrome or Safari): this information can easily be accessed by malware or a malicious actor.
Clearing your browser = securing your navigation
Cookies, cache, trackers… Every session leaves a digital trail.
Ago recommends regularly clearing your browsing history or installing an extension like Cookie AutoDelete to automate the process.
Simple, but highly effective.
Use an ad and script blocker
From intrusive pop-ups to malicious ads: there’s nothing to gain by letting them through.
With uBlock Origin, you block ads and many tracking scripts. It’s a valuable first line of defense — especially on finance-related or crypto wallet websites.
Rethink your browser and search engine habits
Chrome and Google may be dominant, but they’re not always the best for privacy.
Opt for Brave or Firefox, and search engines like DuckDuckGo, to reduce personal data collection.
AGO also recommends the “Multi-Account Containers” extension on Firefox to compartmentalize your activities: one session for work, another for Web3, and so on.
Always check the lock 🔒
It’s simple but crucial: never enter your information on an unsecured website.
Look for HTTPS (the padlock to the left of the URL) before logging into a dApp, platform, or wallet.
Compartmentalization: a digital hygiene strategy
Create multiple browser profiles, avoid mixing personal and financial activities, and never store your private keys in the same place as your login credentials.
These are the smart habits that seasoned users adopt — AGO strongly encourages this kind of digital hygiene.
Ago: a security-first approach by design
At Ago, security is built by design: multisig architecture, no custody of user funds, external audits…
But the most important link in the chain is the user. A single mistake — a wrong click — can compromise the entire system.
That’s why Ago continues to raise awareness around best practices, while also preparing new secure services — with announcements coming very soon!
Disclamer
Investing in DeFi carries risks. Ago does not provide financial advice. Everyone is encouraged to do their own research, remain cautious, and never invest more than they can afford to lose.