5 Simple Tips To Keep Your Identity Safe
Recovering from identity theft can be tough. There are easy steps you can take each day to keep your identity safe and secure.
We love when technology improves and makes life easier. However, as a result the ability of bad guys who want to steal your identity increases as well. Their emails look authentic as do their texts and phone calls.
According to the Federal Trade Commission
“Phishing emails and text messages often tell a story to trick you into clicking on a link or opening an attachment. They may
- say they’ve noticed some suspicious activity or log-in attempts
- claim there’s a problem with your account or your payment information
- say you must confirm some personal information
- include a fake invoice
- want you to click on a link to make a payment
- say you’re eligible to register for a government refund
- offer a coupon for free stuff“
The eReport below outlines a few best practices to help keep your personal information from falling into the wrong hands in-person or online.
You’ll also find some trusted credit monitoring services if you want some back-up security. Above all, I hope this information helps you avoid identity theft and find more peace-of-mind in your daily life!
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