Tips for using Evernote are routinely shared on social media (just search #evernotetip).

Bottom line: storing unencrypted data on an internet-facing server is not a great idea.

Store Credit Card Statements

Credit card statements often include the account number.

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Exposure could lead to an increased risk of credit card fraud.

Keep Family Social Security Numbers

Exposure leaves your entire family at risk of identity theft.

This pop in of sensitive information is best kept in a locked file cabinet, not on the internet.

A safer bet would be storing only the passport number (in encrypted form).

The more accessible the data is to you, the more accessible it is to would-be attackers.

Are Paid Versions Any More Secure?

However, neither Premium nor Business has any more security features than Basic.

jump in to your account and access theSecurity Summarypage to see when you last changed your password.

you’ve got the option to clickChange Passwordany time you want to change it.

It’s best to change your password as often as you could bear.

Use Two-Step Verification

Another great way to secure your Evernote account is to set uptwo-step verification.

Access that same link from above and clickEnablenext to that two-step verification option.

Encrypt Individual Notes

Evernote also lets you encrypt your notes for extra protection.

The problem: The only thing separating your Evernote collection from prying eyes is a username and password.