Online Security Tips

• Register for Verified by Visa if you use a Vpay or Visa card. Keep user names and passwords secret.
• Use the latest version of your browser's software and check to be sure your computer's operating system software is up to date.
• Use only secure Internet browsers that allow secure transmission of data. Identify security clues such as the 'closed lock' icon at the bottom of the browser or a URL that begins with https://. These signs indicate that only you and the merchant can view payment information.
• Only give card details when you initiate a purchase.
• Keep a record of transactions and review monthly statements thoroughly.
• Before making a purchase, check the site’s delivery and return policies to ensure that items can be returned if they are not in satisfactory condition.
• Never respond to an e-mail request for personal or account information, even if it appears to be from a trusted source.

Spot the Scam

Not every opportunity is an opportunity. Not every message is what it seems.

Criminals are becoming more creative in how they deceive and recruit young people. Knowing what to look out for can help you avoid becoming a victim or being drawn into criminal activity.

Spot the Scam is our initiative to help young people understand financial crime, recognise the red flags and know when to walk away.

Curious to know what to look out for?

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