4 critical mistakes you must stop now

The Internet brings with it many wonders. Non-negotiable, facilitated our relationship with documents and content with cloud systems. This practice, so widespread, must be accompanied by care.

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The most popular examples of cloud storage platforms are Google Drive, OneDrive, and Dropbox. If you usually use any cloud service, whatever it is, you should also pay attention to these little bugs that can disrupt your experience.

What mistakes do cloud users frequently make?

Not using a trusted platform

The cloud platforms we mentioned are secure in every way. They review content and receive continuous updates.

However, some people are running away from them to go to shady platforms. It’s not a price you want to pay for honesty, as it should be, no matter what content is saved.

So, if you want to use another platform, study its features well before you actually start using it. Also, a tip: Check if the platform is available to be accessed through mobile phones. It is something that, for many, cannot be missing.

Not suitable for your storage

Still talking a little about item 1, many people may prefer other options because of the free space they have. As attractive as it may be, it should not be the only criterion to be analyzed.

Now, when you create an account to store content in the cloud regularly, 1 hour of the account arrives, thinking on the premise that you don’t usually remove unnecessary files.

Additionally, it is recommended to check if resorting to a paid plan is a good option for your situation. Google Drive, for example, allows you to host up to 15GB for free. It may seem like a big number, but it also needs to be thought about in the long run.

Not reading plans

Some people only see the large print of the plans and may not know that they are subject to the terms of the plans. In other words, there are some services that come with free versions of up to X amount of storage space, and soon after, paid ones. In order not to be surprised, read all the plans.

Download any content

Google recently announced changes to Drive to prevent spam. Believe me: there are attempts at fraud through cloud applications. You have to be attentive. As much as platforms may have their own security systems in place to avoid contaminated files, that does not mean that you should click on all the content out there.

Finally, still talking about downloads, for your safety always download your cloud platform directly from the official store of your cell phone operating system.

In short, cloud users have to be endlessly careful about their digital security — and the security of their devices, too — with respect to the platform they choose.