Become Scam-Resistant: Essential Tips to Protect Yourself

by bernt & torsten

Fraudsters are always considering new scams, so it's important to stay alert and talk to your family about these risks. Let's work together to stop them. Here’s how you can protect yourself:

1. Double-Check Before Approving: Always carefully read what you're about to agree to on any security app on your phone. Make sure you know the reason before saying yes. Don't rush.
2. Avoid Unrequested Installations: Never download or install apps or software just because someone else tells you to. Doing this could let scammers take control of your devices.
3. Trust Your Gut on Weird Calls: If a phone call seems fishy, especially if it claims to be from your bank, hang up. Use the official contact number from the bank’s website to confirm.
4. Watch Out for Messages: Be careful with text messages or emails about your bank info. Please don't click on any links they contain.
5. Keep Your Info Secret: Don’t give out your banking app info or security codes to anyone who contacts you unless you start the conversation using the bank's official number.
6. Don’t Share Card Details: Keep your card numbers and security codes to yourself, even if someone contacting you seems official. Even bank workers don’t need your codes.
7. Inform Young Family Members: Teach kids at home about the risks of being recruited by scammers to help in illegal money activities.

Following these tips, you help create a community ready to fight fraud. Always remember that being careful is key to protecting yourself and others from scams.