DIGITAL SECURITY & FRAUD PREVENTION
Stay aware, keep safe
Keeping you protected is our top priority. Explore our digital security tips to stop you falling victim to fraud.
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Stay safe from scams on and offline
Prevent cybercrime online
Make your online experience a safe one with the following precautions:
Create a strong password: combine more than 10 letters, numbers and special characters
Keep different passwords: create different passwords for different accounts, store them safely and change them regularly
Keep private information offline: make your social media profiles private and never add personal information online
Catch phishing early
Don’t fall for false authority. Here’s how to spot phishing early on:
Check the number/email address: always look for the official number or email
Spelling and grammar mistakes: messages or links may have mistakes which give away the scammer
Asking for private information: official companies will never ask for private information via SMS, email or social media
Think before you click: check the above signs before acting. If it feels like a scam, delete the message immediately. Even if the link appears to come from someone you know,
always check with them first
always check with them first
Keep devices protected
Avoid malicious software infiltrating your digital devices with these tips:
Activate your firewall: as your first line of defense, firewalls will block you from entering unsafe sites
Use anti-virus/malware/spyware software: install and regularly update your software to avoid any viruses
Secure your wireless network: modify your WIFI settings to make sure your network is completely unbreachable
Update your operating systems: automate any system updates to prevent attacks on older software
Look after your cards
Keep your finances safe offline too with our card safety tips:
Handle with care: credit cards can easily get misplaced or stolen, so always keep them safe in your wallet
Dispose of cards and statements securely: ensure all personal and financial data cannot be read and used
Watch out with mail: scammers can easily intercept mail. Send new cards to a more secure location, like your office
Be careful with social media: keep your profiles private and remove personal information that scammers can use to impersonate you
