Smartphone, don't spy!
Smartphone checklist: Fraud and rip-off
It's important to protect yourself from scams and fraud, as scammers are using increasingly sophisticated methods to steal personal data or cause financial damage. Protective measures such as using strong passwords, avoiding suspicious links and regularly updating apps can help prevent phishing, malware or fraudulent app attacks. By taking proactive security precautions, you not only protect your personal information, but also minimize the risk of financial loss and identity theft.
- You don't take screenshots of personal or sensitive data
- You are careful when scanning QR codes
- You do not share or use images with your face
- You don't carry your bank card directly on your smartphone
- Avoid third-party logins via Google, Apple or Microsoft
- Delete unused accounts
- You only use your own charging cable
- You check whether you are affected by data leaks
- Deactivate NFC when you don't need it
- You check the authenticity of important messages
- You do not reply to spam messages
- You have agreed a secret password with your family
- You do not have login codes sent to you as an SMS
- You use passkeys
- You secure your accounts with two-factor authentication
- You use VPNs wisely
- Only install apps from verified and secure sources
- You check app access rights carefully
- You check which app has access to the Accessibility Services
- You use privacy-friendly payment options
- Your name cannot be found on the internet
- Your second factor is on a separate device
- You do not register with your real data
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