ISLAMABAD, March 31: A majority of users now store sensitive personal information digitally, with 84% relying on electronic formats for data such as financial records, identification documents and personal files, according to Kaspersky research released on World Backup Day.
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The findings underscore the growing dependence on digital storage across age groups, though older users still show some preference for physical records, with nearly one-third of respondents over 55 continuing to use paper-based storage.
Storage habits and security gaps
The study shows that 56% of users keep important data on computers or hard drives, while 45% use cloud services and 20% rely on government digital platforms.
Despite high adoption of digital storage, security practices remain uneven. While 98% of respondents reported taking some protective measures, more than one-third still use simple passwords, leaving their data exposed to potential cyber threats.
Recommendations for safer backups
Kaspersky advises users to adopt the “3-2-1” backup rule, which involves keeping multiple copies of important data across different storage types, including at least one off-site backup.
Experts also recommend enabling two-factor authentication and using password managers to secure sensitive information such as IDs and financial data.
Automated backup systems and regular testing of stored data can further reduce the risk of data loss, the report said.
