Precautions when sharing personal information online
it is important to be cautious when sharing personal information online as it can be used to impersonate your to commit fraud
Some recommendations for sharing personal information securely include, do not share personal information on unknown or untrustworthy websites
Make sure website is secure before entering personal information. Look for the SN https and a green lock in the address bar
Do not share personal information unless absolutely necessary. If possible use fictitious or generic information
use strong passwords and change them regularly to protect your online accounts
Be careful when opening emails or text messages from unknown senders as they may contain malicious links or request personal information
Avoid sharing personal information on social networks or other public sites as this information can be seen by a large number of people
Do not share personal information through unsecured text messages or email. If you are sharing personal information in an application or service
please review their privacy policies before sharing your data