Thread: Identity Theft
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Old 12-18-22, 05:48 AM   #40
mapuc
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Originally Posted by Rockstar View Post
Always use strong passwords no less than a random combination of 12 upper case & lower case letters, special characters and numbers.

Never ever use dictionary words, dates or 1337 speak in passwords. Serious hackers have programs which can brute force through those in a matter of hours.

Never use the same password twice.

Not sure if your bank has the option. But mine allows me to freeze my bank card so nobody, not even me can use it until I unfreeze it. I still get alerts letting me know if someone tries even if it’s froze.
This thief would not come far even if s/he manage to break my code and the credit card number. Cause EVERY transaction shall be confirmed by me on my smartphone.
I can freeze my credit card too.

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