Internet Banking Alert Tips: Avoid These Mistakes
If you use internet banking, it is important that you are alert and avoid some common mistakes. Here are some important tips that should be followed:
1. Keep your password confidential
-Never share your password with anyone.
– **Keep changing the password from time to time.**
– Do not use easy passwords (such as 123456, your date of birth).
– Use alphabets, numbers and special characters in the password.
2. Do not do banking on public Wi-Fi
– Avoid using internet banking on public Wi-Fi.
– If using Wi-Fi, use VPN.
3. Do not click on any unknown link
– If any banking related link comes on email, SMS, or WhatsApp, do not click on it.
– Always use the official website of your bank.
4. Keep banking apps safe
– **Download banking apps only from authorized app stores**
– Keep updating apps regularly.
5. Do not share OTP with anyone
– Banks or any other institution will never ask you to share OTP.
– If someone asks for OTP, understand that it may be a fraud.
6. Beware of phishing
– Avoid emails and websites that try to look like your bank.
– Pay attention to the URL to ensure it is from a legitimate bank.
7. Check bank statements regularly
– Check your bank statements from time to time.
– Report any suspicious transactions immediately.
8. Keep your device safe
– Install antivirus software.
– Do not download unknown apps on mobile or computer.
9. Use multi-factor authentication (MFA)
– Wherever possible, turn on MFA on your banking account.
– It provides extra security.
10. Do not give your banking login credentials to anyone
– Even bank employees will not ask you for login information.
– If someone calls and asks for information pretending to be a bank employee, be cautious.
Remember:
Vigilance is safety. Always keep these tips in mind to use internet banking safely.
