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While online banking presents itself an extremely convenient mode for making monetary transactions, there are a number of security concerns and risks that come along with it.\u00a0To minimize the risk of online banking frauds, I would like to introduce you with some really useful and effective online safety tips:<\/span><\/p>\n Your online banking passwords, bank machine Personal Identification Number (PIN), credit\/debit card numbers and other such credentials if shared with anyone can put your finances and personal identity at huge risk. In case you feel that someone knows your password or credentials, change it right away. <\/span><\/p>\n When creating a password, it is important to keep in mind certain rules as mentioned below:<\/span><\/p>\n When your computer or mobile phone is connected to the internet, it gets vulnerable to online attacks. You can protect your device from such threats by installing a security antivirus software<\/a> for PC and mobile. An antivirus software with anti-spam and anti-phishing technology can further add a layer of protection over your device and data. <\/span><\/p>\n Windows and Mac Operating systems push security updates time to time. These updates are quite crucial to be installed on the systems as they protect devices from new and emerging threats. You can manually install these updates on regular intervals or choose the option for automatic updates through settings of your OS. <\/span><\/p>\n Whenever you are about to use online banking on a computer, remember these tips:<\/span><\/p>\n If you are using a public or shared computer, it is vital to clear the browser\u2019s cache in order to ensure that your login credentials are not stored by the browser. Once you have logged off from your online banking account, simply clear the browser cache. <\/span><\/p>\n Several attackers mask themselves with names similar to your Bank and send fraud emails asking your online banking credentials for some official processing or rewards. These emails ask for user\u2019s immediate action and in the hurry to get things done, many of the online banking users end up losing their crucial financial details to hackers. Ensure that you don\u2019t \u00a0share such information with anyone over the mail as banks never ask a customer for their personal financial figures. <\/span><\/p>\n A majority of the online banking services now offer the notification facility on mobile or email for certain type of transactions and activities. This way you can keep yourself up-to-date about the activities that happen through your online banking account and can immediately take action if something happens without your permission. <\/span><\/p>\n Add your security tips for online transactions in the comments section. In the meanwhile, you can read our post on\u00a0Online Transactions- Ever thought what happens to your information?<\/a><\/p>\n Have a safe web banking experience!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" While online banking presents itself an extremely convenient mode for making monetary transactions, there are a number of security concerns and risks that come along with it. To minimize the risk of online banking frauds, I would like to introduce you with some really useful and effective online safety tips<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1958,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[94,203,93,317],"tags":[331,124,332],"yoast_head":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\nNever share Credentials<\/b><\/b><\/h2>\n
Follow Password Guidelines<\/b><\/b><\/h2>\n
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Use a Security Antivirus<\/b><\/b><\/h2>\n
Always install security updates<\/b><\/b><\/h2>\n
Safety Practices<\/b><\/b><\/h2>\n
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Clear Cache<\/b><\/b><\/h2>\n
Avoid Email Frauds<\/b><\/b><\/h2>\n
Opt for Mobile\/Email Notifications<\/b><\/b><\/h2>\n