Why You Should Be Careful What You Share on Social Media

How Scammers Use Social Media

Fraudsters often gather:

• Names of family members
• Birthdays and key dates
• Locations and routines
• Employment details

This information can be used to make scams appear more convincing.

Common Risks

• Impersonation scams
• Account takeovers
• Targeted phishing messages

How to Stay Safe

Limit personal information
Avoid sharing sensitive details publicly.

Review your privacy settings
Control who can see your posts and information.

Be cautious with friend requests
Only accept requests from people you know and trust.

Think before you post
Consider how your information could be used.

Stay Aware

The less information available publicly, the harder it is for scammers to target you effectively.