5 Simple Rules To Avoid Identity Theft

Technology has made it possible for individuals to tap into personal data or information of other people and use them to steal their identities. Don’t fall into their traps by knowing how to protect yourself through these simple rules to avoid identity theft.

1. Never give away your password

You email, social media accounts, blog, website, and more have passwords you need to enter in order to access them. Never give out your password to anyone keep them safe from prying eyes and hands. Meanwhile, be sure to log out every time you use a computer especially in a public internet café.

2. Don’t add strangers into your circle

Every day you receive friend requests, invites, followers and even emails from strangers. Before you accept or respond to them, it’s imperative that you double check their information. Find out if they’re legit or if you know them personally. Many scammers pretend to be someone you know but the truth is, they only want to get as much information from you as possible so they can steal your identity.

3. Limit your personal information

Beware of sites asking you to register using specific information about you such as your credit card or bank account number, Social Security Number and PIN among others. It’s very easy for scammers to steal not only your identity but even your savings once you provide them with such information about yourself.

4. Avoid giving away your identity

There are many people who use social media sites to gain popularity by posting their photos, locations, and activities without knowing they’re setting themselves up for identity theft. Aside from the risk of having your identity stolen, you are also endangering yourself from criminals especially if they’re already aware of your usual routine.

5. Don’t be too trusting

This applies especially to those who engage in online relationships. Once you become friends with these thieves posing as someone they’re not, they will try their best to get as much information from you as possible. They will win your trust in any way possible. So never be too trusting with people you only meet in the internet.

Online identity theft is rampant especially today with the advance technology that we have. The best thing to do is protect yourself with these simple rules to avoid online identity theft.

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