Protect your identity
Identity theft is when someone fraudulently uses someone else's identity. An offender may use your identity to gain access to your bank account or other financial services, or to get credit such as a home loan, personal loan or credit card in your name.
Top tips:
- Keep your letterbox secure – have a lock
- Keep your personal information in a safe place at home – a home safe isn't a bad idea
- Only allow access to your online networking sites to people you know, and don't volunteer information that isn't necessary
- Only give out personal details and information when it's absolutely necessary, and only give it to people you trust
- Destroy your personal information, don't just throw it away – opportunistic criminals have no qualms about going through your rubbish.
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