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To reduce the risk of identity theft, follow these steps:
(1) Keep Your Personal Information Secure:
- Avoid sharing personal information through email, text, or with unsolicited callers.
- Opt for paperless statements to reduce physical document exposure.
- Safely dispose of sensitive documents through shredding.
- Avoid carrying your Social Security Number in your wallet and only share it when necessary.
- Exercise caution on social media, using privacy settings to protect personal information.
- Educate your children about internet safety and ensure they don't share personal data online without permission.
- Regularly monitor your credit report or consider a credit monitoring service for early alerts about changes.
(2) Protect Your Devices:
- Keep all your devices updated with the latest security patches and software.
- Secure your devices and home Wi-Fi network with strong, unique passwords.
- Utilize biometrics like fingerprint or facial recognition where available.
- Refrain from granting remote access or sharing login credentials with unknown individuals.
- Install online fraud protection software, such as Trusteer Rapport, for added device security.
(3) Control Access to Your Accounts:
- Create strong, unique passwords for each account and avoid password reuse.
- Implement multifactor authentication for an extra layer of security during account logins.
- Set up account alerts to monitor your financial transactions and account activity.
- Keep your contact information (phone number and email) up to date on your financial accounts.
- Regularly review statements and account activity, reporting any suspicious transactions promptly.
By following these measures, you can significantly reduce the risk of identity theft and enhance your online security.
Kenichi Uchikura
President / CEO
Pacific Software Publishing, Inc.
ken.uchikura@pspinc.com
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