types of security

Have you ever walked down the street and caught yourself checking over your shoulder? Or have you ever received a suspicious email claiming you’ve won a lottery you never entered? This happens more than you might think and it is because there are several types of security.  Look, security isn’t just about preventing home break-ins. It’s about feeling safe in every part of your life. Yes, even in your emotions and finances!  That’s why Limestone is stepping up with StoneCircle, a security-focused solution designed to make safety effortless and part of your daily life. While we prepare to launch StoneCircle, let’s talk about the five essential types of security you should know as a Nigerian.  Personal Security: Your Everyday Protection  Personal security refers to the measures and practices individuals take to protect themselves and their valuables from harm, threats, or danger. Nigeria, like many other countries, faces physical security challenges like jungle justice, kidnapping risks, and home robberies. It is true.  In Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt alone, there are several stories of people getting robbed in traffic or losing valuables in public spaces. Hence, personal security is part of the 5 types of security that you should know.  Here is How to Stay Safe:  Fortunately, with our innovation of the StoneCircle Feature, you can easily improve your personal security! This innovative feature instantly notifies your emergency contacts when you’re in danger. By using it, you don’t need to make frantic calls; just one tap and help is on the way.  Digital Security: Protecting Your Online Presence  Digital security is a critical aspect of cybersecurity and refers to the act of protecting your online information and systems from unauthorized access, attacks, or damage.  It involves those fake job scams, theft of information like passwords, and phishing, that you hear about online. The 2023 worldwide which highlights a significant increase in cybercrime activities in Nigeria validates this and the inclusion of digital security as part of the 5 types of security.  Here’s How to Stay Safe Online:  Financial Security: Avoiding Fraud & Trade Smartly  Security in finance refers to financial assets like stocks and bonds that can be traded openly. While financial security involves using various types of security measures to protect these assets and income from fraud.  What kind of fraud? You might ask. Well, have you heard the stories of people losing their entire savings to Ponzi schemes? Or worse, falling for fake bank alerts and transferring money to fraudsters.  These are the horrible things that are happening to several people in Nigeria. Don’t fall victim. Below is how you can stay financially secure:  Social Security: The Power of Trusted Connections  Social security is a type of security that refers to emotional and physical safety achieved through reliable social connections and support networks. However, it is one of the most underrated aspects of security.  The truth is that having the right people in your circle can literally save your life. So, ask yourself this question: who can I call during an emergency? Can I rely on my network?  Here is How to Strengthen Your Social Security:  Emotional Security: The Foundation of True Peace of Mind  Did you know? Security isn’t just about preventing theft, fraud, online attacks, or building your security network. It’s also about protecting your mental health by feeling safe in your mind and preventing anxiety.  This type of security is called emotional security and it is critical to possessing a healthy mind.  Here is How to Build Emotional Security:  Conclusion: Stay Secure, Stay Connected, Stay Ready  In summary, staying secure in Nigeria requires understanding these five types of security: personal, digital, financial, social, and emotional. We know it’s not always easy to stay protected in all these areas.  That’s why we are innovating StoneCircle—a security-driven technology designed to help you stay safe, connected, and in control of your security. And the best part? We plan to launch soon! Be among the first to experience next-level security by subscribing to the waitlist now.  Which area of security will you focus on first? Let us know in the comments, and don’t forget to like this post!  22