How to Secure Your Digital Money

Always check the url of a website for https or green padlock (which is the mark of safety)

Instal good antivirus and antimalware programmes on devices used for banking transactions

Use strong passwords for net banking and credit cards, and change these regularly

Never share your passwords or credit/debit card details and PIN with anyone

Opt for virtual keyboards when using public computers for bank ing transactions

If you are not going abroad soon, block international usage of credit/debit cards

Use automatic, personalised lock on your mobile with difficult codes/passwords

Don’t download mobile apps you don’t trust or know much about Check the app's safety ratings given by experts and independent agencies

Don’t share your 20-digit SIM number with anyone

Check your phone network and connectivity if you are not receiving calls or sms for a few hours

Contact your mobile operator and get your number blocked if your network is not working

Always subscribe to e-mail and sms alerts from banks, regularly check e-mails and statements

Never opt for autosave password and do not save your card information on any app

Never sign in to net banking via e-mail; always type the url of your bank