International Travel Security
Our faculty, staff and students frequently travel internationally. When you travel outside the country, be aware of current regulations, laws and safety tips regarding your technology devices and data.
How to Protect Data and Devices as You Travel Abroad
- Decide whether you really need to bring it.
- Keep devices on your person or in your carry-on items.
- Clean and clear your data before traveling.
- Create backups before you leave.
- Try not to use public Wi-Fi.
- Forfeit your expectation of personal privacy.
- Inform several people of your travel plans.
- Prepare for different electrical systems.
- And when you return home...
U.S. Dept. of Justice Brochure
Here is a useful brochure from the U.S. Dept. of Justice, as well as valuable information for U.S. students traveling abroad from the U.S. Dept. of State.
