[header] How to prevent social media identity theft [title] Install theft protection software on all of the computers you use to access social media accounts. [step] Make sure you update them regularly both at work and at home. Most experts suggest that this should be done at least weekly, especially with windows operating systems (os). 
[title] Make sure never to click the box to save your password when you are on a public, work or laptop computer. [step] Many social media sites automatically check this box under your sign in, so be vigilant about making sure it is never saved.