Identity theft prevention by Nicholas Butler https://padlet.com/nicholas_butler3838/4660kjyme4osf0lf Made with good vibes en-us 2022-01-20 18:31:52 UTC 2026-01-15 15:52:30 UTC hello@padlet.com What is identity theft nicholas_butler3838 https://padlet.com/nicholas_butler3838/4660kjyme4osf0lf/wish/2003574633 Personal information theft occurs when someone uses your personal or financial information without your permission. 

They can steal your name and address, credit card or bank account number, social security number, or health insurance account number. And they can use them for that


]]> 2022-01-20 18:37:17 UTC https://padlet.com/nicholas_butler3838/4660kjyme4osf0lf/wish/2003574633 Possibilities of Falling victim to Identity theft(Physically) nicholas_butler3838 https://padlet.com/nicholas_butler3838/4660kjyme4osf0lf/wish/2003575655
  • Lost a wallet
  • mailbox theft
  • looking over shoulder
  • Giving out personal info
  • change of address
  • skimming
  • Trust sites easily

    • ]]>     2022-01-20 18:37:44 UTC https://padlet.com/nicholas_butler3838/4660kjyme4osf0lf/wish/2003575655     How do you prevent identity theft?(Digitally) nicholas_butler3838 https://padlet.com/nicholas_butler3838/4660kjyme4osf0lf/wish/2003576639
  • Freeze your card  
  • Safeguard your social security number  
  • be alert to scammers or fraud  use
  • strong passwords  
  • shred junk mail 
  • Use a digital wallet 
  • use alerts 
  • Check your financial history regularly
  • Use strong passwords(notes)

    • ]]>     2022-01-20 18:38:15 UTC https://padlet.com/nicholas_butler3838/4660kjyme4osf0lf/wish/2003576639     How do you prevent identity theft? (Physicaly) nicholas_butler3838 https://padlet.com/nicholas_butler3838/4660kjyme4osf0lf/wish/2003596769

    • Lost a wallet-keep in a secure location
    • mailbox theft-put a lock on box
    • looking over shoulder-beware of your surroundings
    • Giving out personal information-don't be at risk for an easy target
    • change of address-Make sure your past records are clear before you transfer address
    • Lastly- BE RESPONSIBLE

    ]]>     2022-01-20 18:48:04 UTC https://padlet.com/nicholas_butler3838/4660kjyme4osf0lf/wish/2003596769     Possibilities of Falling victim to Identity theft (digitally) nicholas_butler3838 https://padlet.com/nicholas_butler3838/4660kjyme4osf0lf/wish/2003599223
  • using a public Wi-Fi- easy access for public eye
  • data breaches- use a VPN
  • SIM card swap-clear information before transferring 
  • phone scams- trust no unexpected calls
  • Weak passwords-easy access for hackers.
  • viruses
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