Of course, there many ways to protect yourself and your personal information and the list can be endless. Here are a few safety measures to protect yourself and your personal information
Inform your Bank : You should always inform your bank about your traveling plans,location and duration. This enable your bank to Geo-tracking of your transactions and help you avoid any fraudulent activities on your account
Checkbook : Don't carry a checkbook. Pay by cash or credit card. Debit cards carry a lot of hidden dangers, so if you have one, be aware of those risks
Avoid Public Wi-fi : Be cautious of free public Wi-Fi. Scammers can easily steal your information when you're using an unsecured network
Pay at the pump : Skimmers aren't the only danger to your wallet. The gas station will put a big hold on your account, typically for 4 days, that could cause your checks to bounce. If you must pay with debit at gas station, go inside and pay at the cashier.
Pay Travel booking Credit Card : If you have concerns about the solvency of a company you're buying future travel from, you're better off using a credit card. This holds true . Paying with credit card ensures you can do a charge-back if you don't get the travel you paid for.
Avoid Independent ATMs : You run the risk of skimmers. While skimmers can be found on bank ATMs, they're less likely because there are often security cameras in place.
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