Back To School (JULY) (7)
IDENTITY THEFT & ACCOUNT TAKEOVER FAKE ONLINE STORES As you prepare for a new school year, be aware of scams that can steal your money, your identity, and your personal information. SHOP smart. BANK smart. STAY protected. Office of the Lieutenant Governor Division of Banking, Insurance & Financial Regulation STX (340) 773 - 6449 STT (340) 774 - 2991 PHISING EMAILS & TEXTS FAKE SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS Websites and social media ads may offer deep discounts on laptops, tablets, uniforms, and other school supplies, but never deliver your items. TIP: Shop on trusted websites and check reviews before you buy. Scammers can pretend to be from your school, a college, or a financial institution to steal your personal or banking information. TIP: Do not click on links or provide information. Contact the school or institution directly. If you have to pay a fee upfront to receieve a scholarship or grant, it’s probably a scam. TIP: Legitimate scholarships never require payment to apply. …
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IDENTITY THEFT & ACCOUNT TAKEOVER FAKE ONLINE STORES As you prepare for a new school year, be aware of scams that can steal your money, your identity, and your personal information. SHOP smart. BANK smart. STAY protected. Office of the Lieutenant Governor Division of Banking, Insurance & Financial Regulation STX (340) 773 - 6449 STT (340) 774 - 2991 PHISING EMAILS & TEXTS FAKE SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS Websites and social media ads may offer deep discounts on laptops, tablets, uniforms, and other school supplies, but never deliver your items. TIP: Shop on trusted websites and check reviews before you buy. Scammers can pretend to be from your school, a college, or a financial institution to steal your personal or banking information. TIP: Do not click on links or provide information. Contact the school or institution directly. If you have to pay a fee upfront to receieve a scholarship or grant, it’s probably a scam. TIP: Legitimate scholarships never require payment to apply. Scammers can steal your personal information through unsecured Wi-Fi, fake apps, or by sharing too much of your personal information online. TIP: Protect your personal information and monitor your accounts regularly. Monitor your accounts regularly, report any suspicious activity to your bank immediately. Keep documentation and receipts of high-value purchases. If you have a complaint about a bank, insurance company, or financial service provider, we are here to help. CLICK HERE TO VISIT OUR WEBSITE! ltg.gov.vi