What personal information should not be shared online?
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Sharing sensitive information such as your address, phone number, family members’ names, car information, passwords, work history, credit status, social security numbers, birth date, school names, passport information, driver’s license numbers, insurance policy numbers, loan numbers, credit/ debit card numbers, PIN …
Do you think it is safe to share your personal information in any online media platform?
Personal and financial information are currency for cybercriminals online. Sharing your address, phone number, birthday and other personal information can mean you are at a greater risk of identity theft, stalking and harassment. This includes information you post on social media.
What should you not tell strangers?
Personal information: There is some personal information that shouldn’t ever be given out, as it can be used as an identifier on some forms, or for security to verify someone’s identity. A Social Security number, if a child has one; their middle names; their mothers’ maiden names; etc.
Is your personal information on the Internet secure?
Your home Wi-Fi could be putting you at risk. If your Wi-Fi isn’t password protected, you are effectively offering an open invitation to the neighbourhood! Many experts believe hackers can capture passwords, email addresses and any other data being transmitted over your network if your Wi-Fi isn’t secured.
The most sensitive information to protect includes your bank account numbers, social security number, pin numbers, credit card numbers, and passwords.
What is considered a stranger?
A stranger is someone you don’t know or who doesn’t belong in a specific place. Parents tell their kids, “Don’t talk to strangers.” That’s because strangers are people they don’t know, who could be dangerous. Just like strange things are odd or weird, a stranger is unknown and therefore potentially scary.
When should you introduce stranger danger?
Kids are usually ready for this discussion around age 4. Starting by asking your child, “Do you know what a stranger is?” If your child isn’t sure, tell him a stranger is anybody he doesn’t know.