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Safer Internet Day 2025: 10 important tips to keep in mind to ensure online safety
As the digital world expands, so do the risks associated with online transactions. With Safer Internet Day 2025 around the corner, it’s more important than ever to adopt practices that safeguard your financial information. Visa has shared some important points on how to stay safe online and also best practices users should follow for better online safety.
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Leverage biometric security
Utilize fingerprint or facial recognition features on your devices. These advanced security measures offer stronger protection compared to traditional passwords or PINs, which are more susceptible to breaches.
Utilize fingerprint or facial recognition features on your devices. These advanced security measures offer stronger protection compared to traditional passwords or PINs, which are more susceptible to breaches.
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Tokenise your payment cards
Tokenisation replaces your card details with a unique digital code, enhancing security for online transactions. Ensure your cards are tokenised to minimize the risk of data theft.'
Tokenisation replaces your card details with a unique digital code, enhancing security for online transactions. Ensure your cards are tokenised to minimize the risk of data theft.'
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Verify website security
Always look for “https://” in the website URL, which indicates a secure connection. Avoid entering sensitive information on websites that lack this security feature.
Always look for “https://” in the website URL, which indicates a secure connection. Avoid entering sensitive information on websites that lack this security feature.
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Download apps from reputable sources
Only install apps from trusted platforms like Google Play or the Apple App Store. This reduces the likelihood of downloading malicious software that could compromise your data.
Only install apps from trusted platforms like Google Play or the Apple App Store. This reduces the likelihood of downloading malicious software that could compromise your data.
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Review privacy policies
Take the time to read privacy policies to understand how your data is being used. This knowledge empowers you to make informed decisions about which services to trust.
Take the time to read privacy policies to understand how your data is being used. This knowledge empowers you to make informed decisions about which services to trust.
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Create strong, unique passwords
Use complex passwords for each online account and avoid reusing them. Consider using a password manager to securely store and manage your credentials.
Use complex passwords for each online account and avoid reusing them. Consider using a password manager to securely store and manage your credentials.
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Enable two-factor authentication (2FA)
Add an extra layer of security by enabling 2FA, which requires a second form of verification, such as a code sent to your phone, when logging into your accounts.
Add an extra layer of security by enabling 2FA, which requires a second form of verification, such as a code sent to your phone, when logging into your accounts.
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Regularly monitor your accounts Frequently check your bank and credit card statements for any unauthorized transactions. Early detection can help mitigate potential damage.
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Stay alert to phishing attempts
Be cautious of emails or messages requesting personal information. Legitimate organizations will never ask for sensitive data through unsecured channels.
Be cautious of emails or messages requesting personal information. Legitimate organizations will never ask for sensitive data through unsecured channels.
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Act quickly if fraud is suspected
If you notice any suspicious activity, contact your bank or payment provider immediately. Additionally, report the incident to the National Cyber Crime Helpline at 1930 to ensure swift action.
If you notice any suspicious activity, contact your bank or payment provider immediately. Additionally, report the incident to the National Cyber Crime Helpline at 1930 to ensure swift action.
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By incorporating these practices into your digital routine, you can significantly reduce the risk of falling victim to online fraud. As we observe Safer Internet Day 2025, let’s prioritize online security and take proactive steps to protect our financial and personal information. Remember, staying informed and vigilant is the key to a safer digital experience.
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