Protecting Your Identity While Traveling

When it comes to summer safety tips, identity theft and fraud may not be the first things that come to mind. But are you safeguarding your identity from fraudsters when traveling this summer? Identity theft and theft of other private information is a common risk that tourists face, especially when carrying personal documents and using public Wi-Fi connections. 

What can you do to protect yourself and your family? The best place to start is in the booking process - which is often overlooked. When seeking out a destination and a method of traveling there, be sure to use your best judgment and use reputable sites with strong security measures. Checking reviews of the places you will stay, means of travel, and other aspects of your trip may be the difference between a great vacation and a fradulent scam. These efforts will eliminate risk for fraud both during booking and upon arrival at your destination.

While it may be tempting to share information about where you are going and updates from your trip, this can be a tip-off to fraudsters and home invasion pros alike. Avoid using location services and keep Wi-Fi and Bluetooth turned off. Stay away from using any public Wi-Fi, especially when it comes to making transactions or checking your bank accounts. Closely monitor your credit cards and take caution to safeguard your personal information, documents, and methods of payment. 

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