Most of us have more digital exposure than we realize. Old accounts, unused apps, and public records create a long trail. This plan gives you a focused two-day reset that is realistic to finish.

Saturday morning: inventory everything

Start with a list. Use your password manager or browser to export saved logins. Add any accounts you remember from email search. The goal is to see the full surface area.

  • Export saved passwords from your browser.
  • Search your inbox for "welcome" and "verify" emails.
  • List every app with access to your primary email.
  • Cancel and delete accounts you no longer need.

Saturday afternoon: lock down access

Your first priority is account security. Set new, unique passwords for critical accounts and enable multi-factor authentication. If the service offers passkeys, use them.

Do not try to fix everything at once. Secure the top 10 accounts you use weekly, then expand from there.
Person checking account details on a laptop with a credit card
Reduce risk by lowering the number of logins that can be abused.

Sunday morning: data broker cleanup

Data brokers sell contact details to anyone who asks. Search for your name, address, and phone number. Start opt-out requests for the top results. It takes time, but every removal reduces spam and impersonation risk.

Quick wins

  • Remove yourself from people-search directories.
  • Delete old posts that include addresses or travel details.
  • Turn off public profile visibility where possible.

Sunday afternoon: permission sweep

Review app permissions on your phone and desktop. Remove apps you do not recognize and revoke access for tools you have not used in 90 days. This is where most privacy gains are hidden.

"Privacy is not disappearing. It is controlling who gets to know your routines."

Keep it up with a monthly reset

Schedule a short check-in every month. Update passwords if needed, confirm MFA is still on, and scan for new accounts. Consistency beats big one-time cleanups.