The number of fraudulent schemes is growing every year. Scammers develop their criminal schemes to achieve the desired goal, which is to get benefits from the person they deceived. Most often, scammers choose resort cities as the place of their criminal activities, because people go there on vacation and in most cases do not even think about the existence of scammers in such places, Ekaterina Antonova, lawyer, head of the Antonova and Partners Bar Association, told socialbites.ca » Krasnodar Territory.
Here are a few tips to help you stay alert while on vacation.
“Be critical of offers and promotions: If something seems too good to be true, it probably is. Don’t enter your confidential information on dubious sites and don’t trust lucrative offers. Also, use security software: Install antivirus software on your devices and update it regularly. This will help protect you from phishing attacks and other online threats,” he explained.
Avoid untrusted Wi-Fi networks: connect only to official and secure networks. Open Wi-Fi hotspots can be vulnerable to attacks.
“Check websites and agencies. Make sure you use official and verified sources before booking a hotel or tour. Be careful when clicking on links in emails or messages,” the expert said.
Set a password on your smartphone and set up remote control: this will help protect your data and device in case of loss.
“Be careful when communicating: If someone approaches you with an unexpected offer or asks for money, be careful. If possible, check their ID,” the lawyer said.
Also check local customs and laws: Knowing the local rules and regulations will help you avoid situations where scammers can take advantage of your ignorance.
“Don’t trust random people: If you are stopped on the street asking for help or offering to buy something, be careful. Do not give out your personal data or financial information,” the expert said.
Also, if you are invited to a restaurant, store or trip, check the prices in advance. Do not trust offers that are too cheap or too expensive.
Use official and verified sources: When booking a hotel, tour or other services, use only official websites and agencies.
“Do not leave your valuables unattended as scammers can take advantage of your distracted moment,” Antonova said.
If you find yourself a victim of fraud, contact the nearest police department immediately and give a statement regarding the crime committed against you, the lawyer concluded.
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Source: Gazeta
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