This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of 3M Company for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine.
Are you familiar with the term visual privacy? Have you ever heard of visual hacking and know how to prevent yourself from being a victim?
- Visual privacy is the issue of of sensitive information being accessed visually via screens creating a security risk for organizations
- Visual hacking is the active threat of sensitive, confidential or private information being viewed or captured for unauthorized use
Pretty serious stuff, right? As we work on our smartphones, tablets, laptop and desktop screens lots of sensitive information can be displayed. Not only is our personal information like banking data and health information displayed, but the data for the companies we work for is also at risk. We now work at so many places from our desks, to our commutes, to the coffee shop that there are lots of chances for information to be intercepted. With more and more workers working on the go, companies are at a greater threat of visual hacking.
Visual hacking, while it seems simple and “non-techy”, can actually be more dangerous than traditional electronic hacking because they are much harder to track and to quantify. Basically, there is no digital trail to follow to determine where, when or how the breach occurred. Learn More About Visual Hacking.
Luckily, there are safeguards that can be implemented to prevent visual hacking. 3M Privacy Filters and Screen Protectors help ensure visual privacy and the security of sensitive information displayed on smartphones, tablets, laptop and desktop screens. While the user can clearly see what they are working on, sneaky people to the side of the screen see only black. 3M was the first to pioneer the original black-out privacy filters and they continue to refine them with innovations to make them easier to use and more effective.
We received the 3M™ PF21.5W9 Privacy Filter for Widescreen Desktop LCD Monitor to put to the test. Mario brought it to work and installed it on one of his monitors. As you can see by comparison, it is impossible to see what is on the screen from the side.
If you’re responsible for IT in your organization, installing 3M Privacy Filters on employee devices can help you prevent visual hacking that could lead to serious data breaches that could cost your company dearly. In the meantime, workers can continue to be productive and efficient.
Learn More About 3M™ Privacy Products.
Concerned about visual privacy in your organization? Request a Sample to see how 3M Privacy Filters can help you.
Have you ever felt the threat of visual hacking?
Terry says
Visual Hacking!! Really, these hackers are getting out of hand. We need to protect ourselves and the 3M privacy filters sound like a great way to do that.
Mitch says
I just heard of this during the week. I never considered it before, but it makes sense, after all someone stole my banking info from looking over my should years ago, this is very similar.
Lindsey @ Redhead Baby Mama says
I’ve seen these! years ago when I worked at an environmental office, they had these hanging on monitors when dealing with monetary accounts or privileged information. They were, of course removable and reusable. Are these?
Chrysa says
Yes! They can be removed and reattached.
Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says
That is a great idea. Especially for people who work at Starbucks a lot.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
I think this is such a great idea. It’s far too easy for people to snoop over our shoulders.
Carly Brydon says
These 3m Privacy Filters are a great idea! I would love to have one for my laptop when I work at the library or the coffee shop.
Catherine S says
This sounds like a great product. I usually work from home so I don’t I have to worry about being visually hacked.
Tracey says
These 3m Privacy Filters are a great idea! I would love to have one for my laptop when I work at a public place like my local Starbucks!
Liz Mays says
these would definitely make me feel more comfortable on planes and trains. I wouldn’t want me personal info being collected.
Marcie W. says
I just assume people are nosy by nature and always feel the need to hide or protect anything I consider my personal business. These filters would make doing that so much easier!
Crystal Green says
This is important information. Thanks for sharing about these filters. I can’t believe how little bit of privacy we are having in our world today.
Debra says
I didn’t even know something like this even existed. I would definitely do this for my personal phone.
Melinda Babiak says
We don’t use these but I wouldn’t mind having one on my iPad for when I am out at the kids sporting events. Anything to keep people from snooping at my screen, LOL.
Debbie Denny says
Never heard of it. Wow the things people do,
Crystal says
I have definitely caught myself looking at someone else’s screen on accident. I wasn’t trying to steal information, just glancing and then realizing what I was doing. If I’m doing it on accident, I know it must be so simple for someone to do purposefully. I definitely need a filter.
Debbie L. says
This is new to me – I am checking this out. It is amazing what people will steal.
Tonia @TheChattyMomma says
I need these sooooooo bad. Where have they been all my life. I love privacy.
Marina John says
That’s awesome! I used these at a job before and loved them. They really help me out with the awful glare the screen causes too.
Brandy says
That is pretty cool! I could benefit from those and I bet the IT dept at my work could too! Will pass along the info!
Kiwi says
This would be awesome for corporate America! I hated when people would try to look over my shoulders and look at my computer screen that is annoying!
Donna says
It makes me so paranoid thinking about someone trying to capture people’s computer screens. 🙁 This sounds like an important product, especially for those who work on their computers out of their home.
addi ganley says
I can’t stand the over the shoulder readers. I think it’s rude and also dangerous to the device user. You never know who is watching.
Candy O says
Oh I need one of these covers. They are great for laptops when you are out in public.
Melissa Coleman says
This is a great idea, especially for phones and tablets.