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Monday, June 29, 2026

Two Online Security Habits Every Writer Should Make Part of Their Routine

From Edie: Protect your writing career with two simple online security habits. Learn how to avoid phishing emails, fake social media accounts, and missed opportunities.


Two Online Security Habits Every Writer Should Make Part of Their Routine
by Edie Melson @EdieMelson

Writers spend countless hours protecting their manuscripts. We back up our files, proofread our work, and carefully build our online platforms. But many writers overlook something just as valuable—their digital identity.

Two simple habits have protected my writing career for more than twenty-five years. They've helped me avoid missing publishing opportunities, uncover fake social media accounts, and catch problems before they became disasters.

Neither habit takes much time, but together they've saved me countless hours of frustration.