Data sharing & tracking
While the data you share with companies may make life more convenient, it can also be tracked, breached, or sold to third parties.
Data breaches
You may trust companies to store your personal information, but sometimes they experience a hack through weak or outdated security protocols.
Credit card skimming
Hard-to-spot ATM skimming devices can extract credit card numbers and PINs, which are then sold on the dark web.
Phishing attacks
Phishing emails may bait you into clicking a link or opening an attachment, and giving away sensitive information.
Social media scams
Social media accounts connect and inspire — but sharing too much can leave you exposed to data theft or account takeover fraud.
Using public WiFi
Coffee shops are great places to work, but they also present opportunities for hackers to access unsecured devices on the same network.
Collect your tax refund
If someone files your taxes before you do, they’ll get a return in your name — possibly creating issues for years.
Get medical treatment
If your healthcare information is stolen, someone can receive costly treatments in your name.
Open accounts in your name
Thieves use your info to get credit cards, cell phone accounts, and personal loans in your name.
Use your name when arrested
An imposter can claim to be you when cited for traffic or misdemeanor violations, then fail to show up in court.
