Avoiding Financial Fraud
Online hackers are increasingly becoming bolder. Here are some tips to avoid online financial fraud:
1) Do not click on hyperlinks in emails. Go to the web page directly instead.
2) Be sure your antivirus, firewall, and spyware protection are working and up to date.
3) Limit the access to your accounts. Only do what is necessary online.
4) Read your deposit or investment agreement carefully to determine whether you’re apt to be reimbursed for identity theft or other fraud and when choosing a bank, look for that.
5) Search for complaints about your institution at places such as www.ripoffreport.com and if you notice complaints do your business elsewhere.
6) Do not use the same password for everything.
7) Only use credit cards for online purchases. Do not use debit cards or electronic checks.
These tips should help keep you and your money safe while online.
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