Checking how OneDrive's recycle bin retention differs. Checking how OneDrive's recycle bin retention differs. Deleted an important file from OneDrive? Don’t panic. Whether it was removed by accident, deleted by someone else, or lost during a cleanup, you can often get your file back in just a few clicks, as long as you act before the recovery window closes. In this video, we’ll show you step by step how to find and restore deleted files and folders in OneDrive, and what to try if they aren’t in the recycle bin. Good to know: ✔️ Check the OneDrive recycle bin first ✔️ Personal accounts generally keep deleted items for up to 30 days ✔️ Work and school accounts generally keep them for up to 93 days, unless your organization has changed the setting ✔️ Work and school accounts also have a second-stage recycle bin, which you or your admin may be able to check ✔️ Restoring a file returns it to its original location ✔️ Microsoft 365 subscribers can use Restore your OneDrive to roll back to an earlier point in the last 30 days Share this video with someone who stores important files in the cloud, and subscribe for more easy tech tips. #OneDrive #Microsoft365 #FileRecovery #TechTips

Protect your Microsoft account in minutes. Passwords can be stolen, guessed, or exposed in a data breach. The free Microsoft Authenticator app adds a second layer of protection, so a password alone isn’t enough to get into your account. In this video, we’ll walk you through setting up Microsoft Authenticator step by step, from downloading the app to adding your account and approving your first sign-in. What you’ll need: ✔️ Your smartphone ✔️ Your Microsoft email address and password ✔️ A computer to display the QR code Quick safety tips: ✔️ Download the app only from the Apple App Store or Google Play ✔️ Only approve sign-in requests you started ✔️ Never share your codes with anyone, even if they claim to be from IT support ✔️ Set up a backup sign-in method in case you lose your phone Share this video with anyone setting up their account, and subscribe for more easy online safety tips. #MicrosoftAuthenticator #MFA #CyberSecurity #OnlineSafety

Your phone won’t stop buzzing with login requests. Don’t tap Approve. A sudden burst of multi-factor authentication (MFA) prompts could mean someone already has your password. In an MFA fatigue attack, criminals keep sending approval requests, hoping you’ll tap Approve by accident or just to stop the alerts. Some even contact you pretending to be IT support and tell you to accept the prompt. One tap can give them access to your account. In this video, you’ll learn how MFA fatigue scams work, how to spot one, and what to do when unexpected prompts start appearing. If you get a prompt you didn’t expect: ✔️ Don’t tap Approve, even if the alerts keep coming ✔️ Deny the request if your app gives you the option ✔️ Change your password right away ✔️ Report it to your IT or security team ✔️ Don’t trust anyone who calls or texts asking you to approve a prompt Share this video with your coworkers and team, and subscribe for more easy online safety tips. #MFAFatigue #MFA #CyberSecurity #OnlineSafety

That vacation photo or work update may reveal more than you think. Scammers and hackers often look through social media before they strike. A single post can reveal your employer, travel plans, your pet’s name, or your bank, and that can be enough to make a phishing message or phone scam seem convincing. It can even help them guess your passwords or security answers. In this video, you’ll learn how criminals use what you share online, which details to stop posting, and simple ways to protect yourself without quitting social media. Before you post: ✔️ Share vacation photos after you get home ✔️ Keep your birthday, address, phone number, and workplace details private ✔️ Skip quizzes that ask about your first car, pet, or hometown ✔️ Check for badges, screens, and documents in your photos ✔️ Review your privacy settings and who can see your posts Share this video with someone who loves to post, and subscribe for more easy online safety tips. #SocialMediaSafety #CyberSecurity #OnlineSafety #Privacy

Think twice before you click “Add to Browser.” Browser extensions can block ads, find coupons, and save you time, but some can also read the websites you visit, collect your data, or hijack your searches. Even a trusted extension can become a problem if a new owner buys it or an update changes it. In this video, you’ll learn the risks behind browser extensions, the warning signs of a bad one, and how to check what’s already installed on your browser. Before you install: ✔️ Check who made the extension and how recently it was updated ✔️ Read the permissions, especially “read and change all your data” ✔️ Look past the star rating and read recent reviews ✔️ Ask whether you really need it ✔️ Remove any extensions you don’t use or recognize Share this video with someone who installs extensions without a second thought, and subscribe for more easy online safety tips. #BrowserExtensions #CyberSecurity #OnlineSafety #Privacy

Think your computer has a virus? That pop-up could be the real threat. Fake virus warnings, frozen screens, and urgent messages telling you to “call Microsoft now” are all common pop-up scams. They’re designed to scare you into calling a fake support number, giving a stranger remote access to your computer, or paying for help you don’t need. In this video, you’ll learn how to spot a pop-up scam, what to do if one appears on your screen, and how to protect yourself if you’ve already clicked, called, or paid. Remember: ✔️ Microsoft and Apple won’t use a pop-up to ask you to call them about a virus ✔️ Never call a phone number shown in a pop-up ✔️ Never give remote access to someone you don’t know ✔️ If your browser seems frozen, close it with Task Manager on Windows or Force Quit on Mac Share this video with a friend or family member who may need it, and subscribe for more easy online safety tips. #PopUpScam #TechSupportScam #CyberSecurity #OnlineSafety