HOLIDAY SCAM UPDATE- Being Safe While You Shop Online

With Thanksgiving behind us, we are now in the holiday shopping season. More and more we are shopping online. Here are some hints to keep safe while you do your online shopping:

High Tech Toys. Some high-tech toys might me fun, but they may also be a threat to your child’s security. Here are some tips to protect your child’s personal information.

Identity Theft Resource Center:

http://www.idtheftcenter.org/Privacy/are-your-holiday-purchases-putting-your-kids-at-risk.html?utm_content=buffer0a3c1&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer

Scam Alert for Holiday Shopping. Learn about App Traps, Survey Swindles, and Copycat Cons.

AARP Fraud Watch Network:

http://blog.aarp.org/2016/11/23/the-sneakiest-online-shopping-scams/?cmp=SNO-ADV-FB-AO-FWN&socialid=679246003

Scam on Facebook. While you are on Facebook, watch out for the “secret sister gift exchange” scam.

KIRO TV:

http://www.kiro7.com/news/trending-now/christmas-gift-exchange-scam-making-the-rounds-on-facebook/469277384

More Tips for Online Shopping Safety. Here are some more tips for online shopping safety.

USA Today:

http://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/news/2016/11/22/8-tips-how-stay-cyber-safe-while-shopping/94225276/