The notion of social media in the digital world has made two-thirds of the world part of social networks in one way or another nowadays. But with the ubiquity of cyber threats come the increased risks. This ultimate guide will run you through the top security tips to follow for social media users, businesses, and organizations. [Chapter 1: Social Networks and Cyber Security Explained] 1.1 What is Cyber Security? Cyber security is the practice of defending computers, servers, mobile devices, electronic systems, networks, and data from malicious attacks. On solely social networks this means protecting details, credentials, and identities. 1.2 Why Social Networks Are Being Targeted Having millions of users and a data-sharing platform, social media platforms are ripe for attacks by cybercriminals. But attackers leverage weaknesses in user behaviour, application security, and platform vulnerabilities. The