How to securely use and manage a credit card
1. Use strong passwords: Use a complex password that includes a combination of upper and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. Avoid using easily guessable information, such as your name or date of birth, in your password.
2. Keep your card details safe: Keep your credit card number, security code, and expiration date confidential, and never give this information to anyone over the phone, email or unsecured websites.
3. Check your statements regularly: Review your credit card statements regularly to ensure that all transactions are legitimate. Report any suspicious or unauthorized transactions immediately.
4. Use a secure connection:
When making online purchases, only shop on websites that use encryption to protect your personal and financial information. Look for the “https” in the website address and a padlock icon in your browser’s address bar to ensure that the connection is secure. Avoid entering personal or financial information on websites that do not have a secure connection.
5. Be careful with public Wi-Fi:
Avoid using public Wi-Fi networks for online shopping or banking activities as these networks are often unsecured.
