‘Tis the season for holiday cheer—and a little caution! Norton wants to help everyone stay a step ahead of those cyber grinches and identity thieves lurking around online during the holiday shopping season. So, mark your calendars for Cyber Safety Sunday on December 1st—the Sunday after Thanksgiving, right before Cyber Week. It’s the perfect day to take a brush up on the latest scams and secure your devices, so you can dive into holiday shopping with peace of mind. With a quick safety check, you can shop online with confidence, knowing you’re protected from cyber threats all season long. Happy (and safe) shopping!
How Can I Get Started Protecting Myself This Holiday Shopping Season?
- Make your list and check it twice. Prepare your gift list and plan to visit secured retail sites you can trust.
- Update your passwords for shopping sites before you start filling your cart. Make sure your passwords are strong and unique for each site.
- Set alerts on your accounts to warn you of unusual activity. Protect your bank account by only using credit cards when shopping online.
- Have a package delivery plan. Keep track of what you buy, and when and where it is shipping to avoid scammers.
- Use services and apps to fortify your defenses. Install device and identity protection software to help protect and alert you of potential scams.
Note: This content is from National Today.
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