Have you ever been locked out of your social media accounts?  It can be a BIG headache, especially when it’s your business account. If you don’t have control of the login, recovery information, and security settings, you could suddenly find yourself without access to an account that belongs to your business. Taking a few simple steps now can help protect your accounts and save you the stress later. 

Here are 5 things every business should do right now:

1. Use a long-term business email for account ownership.
2. Make sure the recovery phone number belongs to the business.
3. Connect your Google Authenticator App and make sure trusted leadership has access to the code on their phones.
4. Have agreements in place stating social media accounts and assets belong to the business.
5. Store passwords securely in a shared password manager and document any changes.
   

It’s also important to routinely review who can access your profiles and remove the employees and agencies that no longer need it. Turn on two-factor authentication when given the option, keep track of your security codes, and review your security settings every so often to ensure you have a plan to regain access if your account is ever compromised. These simple habits can make a big difference in ensuring your business maintains control of its online presence.

Don’t wait until you’re locked out to secure your social media. Contact Pipeline Social Media today to audit your accounts and set up proper security controls for your team. Call (678) 814-4601 or email us at info@pipelinesocialmedia.com.