Excited for Glastonbury?
Whether you’re going for the music, the camping, or just the festival vibes, one thing is for sure - you’ll want to make sure your phone and personal data are safe while you enjoy the festivities.
With thousands of people in one place and a lot of free Wi-Fi hotspots, it’s important to take a few precautions before you head off to the fields.
Here are 5 essential tips to keep your phone and data safe while you enjoy the magic of Glastonbury:
1. Be Smart with Public Wi-Fi
Festival sites often offer free Wi-Fi, but public networks are risky and can leave you exposed to hackers who want to access your personal data.
Tip:
Avoid using public Wi-Fi for anything sensitive, like checking your bank account or logging into important apps.
If you really need to connect, use a VPN to keep your data encrypted.
2. Turn Off Auto-Connect for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
When you’re out at a festival, you don’t want your phone automatically connecting to any nearby Wi-Fi or Bluetooth devices.
Hackers can exploit these connections to access your phone or data.
Tip:
Turn off auto-connect settings for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
Manually connect to trusted networks and devices only when you need them.
3. Use a Strong Passcode
A lost or stolen phone at a festival can quickly turn into a nightmare if it’s not locked down properly.
A simple passcode like “1234” won’t do the trick!
Tip:
Use a strong password, fingerprint, or face recognition to secure your phone.
Make it as hard as possible for anyone to access your personal data if your phone ends up in the wrong hands.
4. Backup Your Data Before You Go
Before you even get to Glastonbury, make sure you back up your phone.
Whether it’s festival photos, contacts, or important files, having a backup means you won’t lose everything if your phone gets lost, stolen, or damaged in the festival madness.
Tip:
Set your phone to automatically back up to the cloud, or manually back up your data to an external device.
That way, if the worst happens, you won’t lose everything.
5. Keep Your Phone Secure and Powered Up
Glastonbury is an all-day, all-night kind of experience, and that means your phone battery could drain fast.
Festival grounds are also notorious for pickpockets, so keep your phone safe and secure.
Tip:
Invest in a portable charger to keep your phone powered up, and use a secure, cross-body bag or a money belt to keep your phone and valuables safe.
Avoid leaving your phone in your tent unattended - lock it in a secure locker if available.
Wrapping It Up
Festivals are all about fun, music, and memories, but a little extra effort can go a long way to keeping your phone and personal data secure.
From using a VPN to backing up your data, these simple steps will let you focus on enjoying the festival without worrying about your digital safety.
At Be Hard to Hack, we’re here to help you protect your digital life, whether you’re at home or rocking out at a festival.
From personalised advice to step-by-step guides, we make cybersecurity easy and accessible.
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