Valentine’s Day online shopping security: avoid fraud and protect your data
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Valentine’s Day is approaching and with it, the rush to find the perfect gift. Cybercriminals are sharpening their arrows to take direct aim at your privacy, your data and, above all, your wallet. At this time of the year, digital scams, such as phishing and fraudulent websites, tally up faster than restaurant reservations.
From romantic emails with “exclusive offers” to advertisements promising the gift of your dreams, scammers know how to woo their next victim. Their aim is clear: to steal your bank details.
In this post, we will give you the best tips for you to shop safely and avoid fraud. That’s where TU Latch comes in, our authorisation control platform that allows you to decide who has access to your accounts, as it works like two-factor authorisation, giving you full control of your accounts to block or unblock access to them in real time.
One of the features of Latch is the Safe browsing copilot, which validates the authenticity of the websites you visit and automatically detects threats by blocking malicious websites on any Wi-Fi network.
Prime online shopping threats during Valentine’s Day
Online scams are becoming more diverse and sophisticated every year, especially on key commercial dates such as Valentine’s Day. Some of the most common techniques include:
- Phishing: E-mails or text messages impersonating the identity of recognised shops to obtain financial data.
- Fake shops: Websites that mimic real shops and lure in shoppers with very low prices.
- Unauthorised charges: Transactions that are carried out without the user’s consent after entering bank details on fraudulent sites.
- Fake sweepstakes and promotions: Postings on social networks or emails with supposed prizes that seek to snare personal information.
Knowing about these threats is the first step in preventing them and protecting your personal information.
Tips for safe shopping on Valentine’s Day
To ensure the security of your online purchases, follow these recommendations:
- Verify the website’s authenticity: Before entering personal or bank details, make sure that the URL is correct and that the site has HTTPS encryption.
- Avoid offers that are too good to be true: If a discount seems excessive, it is likely to be a scam.
- Do not click on suspicious links: Avoid accessing promotions through dubious emails or messages.
- Use secure payment methods: Opt for virtual cards, PayPal or platforms that offer fraud protection.
- Keep your devices up to date: An updated system reduces vulnerabilities to cyber-attacks.
- Activate two-step authentication: Bolster the security of your account by adding an extra layer of protection.
Protect your purchases with TU Latch
In an increasingly risky digital environment, advanced security tools are a must. Latch is an innovative solution that allows you to have full control over your online accounts and transactions.
Our authorisation management platform acts like dual-factor authentication, allowing you to block and unblock access in real time. In addition, with the Safe browsing copilot, Latch validates the authenticity of the web pages you visit, automatically detecting threats and blocking malicious sites on any Wi-Fi network, including open Wi-Fis such as gyms, hotels or restaurants.
Protect your information and avoid becoming a victim of fraud with Latch, the ultimate tool to reinforce the security of your online purchases.
Enjoy a safe and carefree Valentine’s Day. We’ll take care of the security, you choose the perfect gift!
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Graduada en Marketing y una especialización en herramientas digitales. Disfruto muchísimo de la música en directo y de la incertidumbre ante nuevas experiencias y etapas. A día de hoy, trabajo en el departamento de Product Marketing de CDO Telefónica.
