Shopping season is in full swing. Here are some easy steps you can take to prevent credit card fraud this holiday season.
, allow you to set alerts when purchases are made abroad or if a large purchase was approved.
"It's harder to mouse over a link and know where it's going on a smartphone than on a laptop or tablet. You might want to resist the urge to click until you can verify the source," Lasher explains. "Rather than click on a link in an email or SMS, go to the site itself. Hackers can spoof websites, so make sure you're shopping on the right site," Lasher recommends.
It's better to use cellular data to access the internet when you're out and about, rather than public Wi-Fi, which isn't secure and leaves you vulnerable to hackers.There's also an uptick in spam calls this time of year, with fraudsters trying to get unwarranted personal information for you.
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