You’re buying presents or doing some personal stuff, and oops! Someone comes into the room and waltzes.No problem – just hit Command + M Mac or Windows+M On Windows PCs, immediately minimize open programs.
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7 things you should never ask SIRI, Google Assistant, or Alexa
Apple records where you go and how often you visit. We can then make suggestions based on what we call important locations. These may appear as calendar events or map directions alerts.
It’s certainly convenient, but not everyone likes it. This list can be cleared.
- On your iPhone, go to: setting > Privacy and security > Location services > system services.
- Tap important places.
- hit clear history button.
You’re sending more than a selfie
Most people aren’t aware of everything they’re sharing when they send a photo via text. Almost all social media sites remove metadata that reveals details about a photo, such as when, where, and how it was taken. However, that information do not have Photos are protected when you text them. You can stop that.
To stop sharing your location on iPhone:
- Open the image you want to send, share button.
- select option and switch off position.Tap end.
To completely disable camera location tracking:
- Open setting.Tap Privacy and security > Location services.
- Scroll down and tap cameraSelect I never have.
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On Android, here’s how to clear location data for a single photo:
- Open the gallery and select a photo.
- go to detail (It may also be a three-dot menu). Delete location data.
Disable Bluetooth when not needed
Bluetooth works similarly to Wi-Fi and cellular networks, but performs simpler tasks over shorter distances. Bluetooth does not require a cellular signal or network connection and uses no data. Also, like any connection, it is not 100% secure.
To hijack your phone using Bluetooth, a hacker or scammer must be near you. But in public, you’re at arm’s length from strangers.
My advice: Turn off Bluetooth when you’re not using it. Keeping it active makes your device easier to find. As a bonus, keeping Bluetooth off will extend your device’s battery life.
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- On iPhone, go to: setting > bluetooth and switch it off. You can also swipe down from the top right of the screen to open Control Center and tap the Bluetooth icon.
- The same steps work for Android smartphones as well.go to setting > connected device > Connection settings > bluetooth and switch it off. (Note: Steps vary depending on your phone model. If these steps don’t match your phone, look for or search for Bluetooth.)
Airplane mode also disables things like Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, so it works in an emergency, but you won’t be able to receive calls or text messages.
Replace your pen with something safer
I find it a bit strange that check fraud has increased so much. Criminals go to mailboxes and target envelopes that look like mailed checks or bill payments.
Check laundering is the most common type of check fraud. Here, scammers steal checks from the mail and change the recipient’s name so they can cash them. The amount is also subject to change.
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If you need to write a check, use a security pen, also known as a check washing pen. Uni-ball 207 Series Pens (about $10 for 4 on Amazon) The specially formulated ink becomes trapped in the paper, making it difficult for criminals to wash or erase the check’s ink.
For added safety, please take your check directly to your local post office instead of using the mailbox. If email scams are on the rise in your area, take smarter steps here.
Check laundering fraud is when important information is removed from the original check and new information is added. (Fox News)
Remember that criminals prefer offline too
Thieves still use old tactics that we seem to have forgotten. We’re too smart for that, right?
- Keep your handbag and wallet nearby when in public. Please bring only the cards you will use.
- Be aware of who is around when you take out your phone, and cover the screen when entering your PIN.
- Leave your Social Security card, birth certificate, and passport at home unless you really need them.
- Shred old banknotes and financial records before throwing them away. I use this shredder.
- Check your credit report and bank statements regularly. Click here to find out how to get your free report.
If you have been scammed, resist the urge to remain silent. Regarding fraud, fraud, and malicious business practices, F.T.C.. If you have given us your social security number, please contact us at: S.S.A. immediately.
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