Secure internet

Zwitserleven believes that you should be able to use the internet securely. That’s why we do everything in our power to protect and secure the data you share with us. You can also take steps yourself to ensure safe internet use. Together, we ensure that your data is and remains safe.

What does Zwitserleven do for secure internet use?

We ensure that you can use our websites as securely as possible. We achieve this by:

• Using two-factor authentication

  This is also referred to as Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) or two-step authentication (2FA). This ensures that no one can log in with just your password, as an additional verification step is always required, such as via your phone.

• Applying secure connections

  You can recognize a secure connection by the padlock in the address bar and the https:// prefix in the domain name.

  Always check whether the web address is genuinely from Zwitserleven. For instance, if you see: https://www.zwitserleven.nl.imitatie.nl, you are on imitatie.nl and not the actual Zwitserleven website.

• Security testing

  We also have our website security regularly tested by security experts and closely follow new developments in online security. In this way, we ensure that our websites always apply the appropriate security methods and techniques. Our systems are continuously monitored to detect and respond quickly to any unwanted activities.

What can you do yourself?

In addition to our measures, you can also do a lot to protect your data. Below are the key recommendations. For more tips and the latest information, visit veiliginternetten.nl.

• Use strong, unique passwords. Even better: use a password manager that generates and stores strong unique passwords for each account.
• Regularly check whether your email address or phone number has been exposed in a data breach, for example, via Have I Been Pwned or the Dutch police's Check je hack. Keep in mind that these services are never fully comprehensive. Change the passwords of accounts you know have been compromised.
• Activate two-factor authentication (2FA/MFA) wherever possible. This ensures that no one can log in using just your username and password.
• Use only trusted devices and networks. Avoid public Wi-Fi, as others may be able to monitor your activity.
• Be alert to phishing emails and suspicious links.
• Do not leave devices logged in or unlocked without supervision. Lock your device, take it with you, and log out when done.
• Keep your devices up-to-date with the latest software and security updates. Use antivirus software, and avoid installing illegal software.

Want to know more?

• Unsure whether a website, SMS, letter, or email is genuinely from Zwitserleven? Visit fake email (phishing) to learn how to recognize and report them.
• Have you discovered a potential vulnerability in our online services? We’d like to hear about it: Report vulnerabilities.
• Want to know more about how we handle privacy and personal data? You can find more information in our privacy statement.