Mobile and Online Safety

Your mobile smartphone is as important to secure as your home computer and there needs to be the same amount of steps to protect it.

• Look for "https" instead of "http" when going to websites.
• Do not let your Wi-Fi automatically connect when out in public.
• Act upon the belief that any email from an unknown source could be a potential threat.
• Research any online shop to check into their background and read reviews of their business.
• Never open any link in a text, post, message, or email unless expecting one.
• Keep your GPS off when not in use. Letting an app always track where you are can let unwanted people get ahold of your location at all times.
• Use the Find my iPhone app of another smartphone equivalent that can assist you if your phone is lost or stolen.
• Always keep your systems up to date, installing the latest anti-virus protection programs when available.
• Request a refund if your online purchase is delivered damaged or not delivered altogether. If the retailer refuses, contact your credit or debit card company to stop the payment.
• Use computers that have a firewall.
• Do not make financial transactions at spots with unsecure Wi-Fi.