Clean desk policy

Keep it clean: The clean desk policy

No matter where you’re working, follow the clean desk policy.

Here’s how to do it

• Lock away sensitive stuff: When you’re done for the day or stepping away, put away any documents, devices or notes with private information.
• Lock or clear your screen: Even if you just step away for a minute, lock your computer so that no one else can access it without your permission. 
• Dispose of your documents the right way: Shred any papers with confidential information instead of just throwing them in the bin.

How to auto-lock a computer 

For laptops

Windows:

• Press Win + L on your keyboard to lock your screen instantly.
• Alternatively, you can click on the Start Menu, select your user icon and choose lock.

Mac:

• Press Control + Command + Q to lock your screen.
• You can also go to the Apple menu and select Lock Screen.

For desktop domputers

Windows:

• Use the same shortcut: Win + L.
• You can also right-click on the desktop, go to New > Shortcut, and create a shortcut to lock your screen.

Mac:

• Again, use Control + Command + Q to lock your screen.
• Or click on the Apple menu and choose Lock Screen.