Most identity theft is easy to do because of a little thing called passwords. Do you create passwords to various accounts that are really easy for you to remember because they are based on your telephone number, date of birth or other significant event in your life? If so, you may be just asking for someone to fraudulently access your accounts! Secure passwords are necessary to keep someone else from figuring out what your password is and using it, obtaining funds or services without your knowledge and approval.
Did you know that almost 35% of the people who use online services create a password that is some or part of their telephone number? It’s true and if you are listed in the telephone directory, anyone can get your password easily enough. And remember if identity theft is on their mind, they can own yours!
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