The Illinois Department of Revenue reminds you to remain watchful against potential online threats while conducting Black Friday and other holiday shopping this year.
Whether shopping online or browsing social media sites, people can unknowingly put their personal information at risk to criminals.
Without proper online safety, thieves can potentially steal personal information. Below are some safety tips to help protect against these attacks:
Refrain from revealing too much personal information online such as birthdates, addresses, age, and of course, financial information.
Consider using a password manager to store your passwords, and change them frequently.
Security software such as an anti-virus or firewall provides added protection.
Email marketing is still one of the main avenues businesses use to promote deals and products.
Credit cards offer an extra layer of protection when you’re shopping online. Unlike debit cards that are directly linked to your bank account, credit cards usually offer greater protection in case your account is compromised.
For more tips visit the Illinois Department of Revenue website.