Secure Your Holidays

November and December are fun, busy months when people are enjoying the holidays with family and friends. It is also a busy time for cyber criminals who want to ruin your holiday fun! Whether you are traveling or buying or selling items online this holiday season, keep the following tips in mind.

Travel Tips

  1. Use Secure Wi-Fi

    1. Use verified, secure Wi-Fi connections and avoid connecting to free public Wi-Fi.

  2. Secure Devices

    1. Never leave your devices unattended and always secure them with strong passwords.

  3. Research before Booking

    1. Research the legitimacy of booking sites before making travel arrangements.

Holiday Shopping Tips

  1. Beware of Phishing Attacks

    1. Always hover over links to reveal their true URL. If you’re unsure, visit the shipper’s website and manually enter the tracking number. And always use multi-factor authentication (MFA) for your accounts.

  2. Spot Fake Offers

    1. Only shop from trusted retailer websites. If a deal seems too good to be true, it probably is.

  3. Use Safe Methods for Purchases

    1. If you can, use a credit card as opposed to a debit card. There are laws to limit your liability for fraudulent credit card charges, but you may not have the same level of protection for your debit cards.