Summary of "Protect your data from scammers by decluttering your devices"

Declutter devices to protect your data

Regular digital decluttering reduces storage pressure and lowers risk from hacks (for example, sensitive documents left in email).

Take stock of all devices and accounts that hold your data: phones, tablets, laptops, and online accounts (photos, finance, email).
Regularly remove unneeded files and accounts to reduce storage use and exposure to data leaks or hacks.

Delete duplicate or blurry photos and unnecessary videos. Videos and message attachments use a lot of space and can slow devices.
Use short pockets of time (for example, waiting in the car) to pare down photos and messages.

Archive or delete sensitive items (tax documents, bank statements) instead of leaving them in your inbox.
Sort mail by size or date to find and remove large, old attachments quickly.
Use pin/star features (Outlook thumbtack; Gmail/Yahoo star) to keep important messages visible, then process or delete them.
Unsubscribe from reputable retailers (they comply with email rules). Do NOT click “unsubscribe” links in suspicious or spam emails — that can confirm your address. Instead, mark those senders as spam/junk or block them.

Stop reusing or lightly modifying the same password across sites — attackers can exploit recycled passwords.
Avoid writing passwords on paper or storing them in a shared or browser-saved profile on public or shared computers. Browser autofill is convenient but risky on shared devices.
Use an authenticator app for two-factor authentication (generates time-based codes). Recommended free options (per Wirecutter) include Duo Mobile and Authy.
Use a password manager to store and generate unique strong passwords; you only need to remember one master password. Wirecutter-recommended managers: Bitwarden, 1Password, Dashlane (some free, some paid).

Inventory devices and accounts.
Delete unneeded photos, videos, and message attachments.
Archive or delete sensitive emails; sort by size/date; pin and handle important ones.
Unsubscribe from known retailers; mark unknown senders as spam/junk.
Stop recycling passwords; set up a password manager.
Enable 2FA using an authenticator app (avoid SMS-based 2FA if possible).
Avoid saving passwords in shared/browser profiles and don’t store passwords insecurely on paper.

Vicky Win — identified in subtitles as NBC News senior consumer investigative correspondent
Cecilia Fang — executive producer (mentioned)
Cited research: Pew Research (subtitle reference)
Product/expert recommendations: Wirecutter (recommended apps: Duo Mobile, Authy, Bitwarden, 1Password, Dashlane)