Key Takeaways
Give the least access needed to do the job.
Use a password manager so you never share raw passwords.
Write your rules down and review them once a year.
8 Simple Steps
Use a password manager. Share logins through the tool, not chat.
Turn on two-step login for email, banking, and key apps.
Give limited access. Start small and add more later.
Use separate logins when the app allows it, so you can see who did what.
Keep files in shared folders, not on personal computers.
Write short rules. Say how to handle customer data and what never to share.
Ask for a signed agreement about privacy.
Remove access fast when work ends.
Extra Care For Sensitive Work
If your business handles health or financial data, talk to your advisor about the rules that apply to you. This guide is general information, not legal advice.
Good Habits For Your Helper
Lock the computer when away
Use a private, secure internet connection
Report anything strange right away
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