Use a vault

In the same way as a bank vault can be used to reduce the risk of loss or damage to valuables and important documents, there are software products that perform the same function by creating an electronic vault in your computer or smartphone.

 

Why is this an issue?

It is prudent to control access to documents containing confidential or sensitive information (for example a list of document numbers, credit cards, memberships and the logins and passwords associated with them. he information stored in the vault is encrypted and access to the vault requires one (good) password. Without this password the data in the vault will not be accessible in a comprehensible format.

 

What you should do about it

A search engine will list many options for electronic vaults appropriate for the make and model of the devices you wish to use. Some vaults may be free while others require a (modest) fee. The example deliberately omits the name of the vault.