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Online Shopping Tips and Tricks

December 1, 2021 • By Kevin Alvarez

Webinar- Staying Safe On The Internet Without Breaking A Sweat

This free, one hour webinar about staying safe on the internet is presented by GreenPath Financial Wellness

If you are reading this, you probably use the internet often, most likely every day. We have heard time and again that we must be careful while online, but even the most diligent among us can take our online safety for granted. Staying safe on the internet can seem overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Join us on Wednesday, December 8 at 10:00 pm PT as Leo Hopper, GreenPath’s Director of Information Security, offers some simple and useful tips on staying safe on the internet.

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  • Who Should Attend

  • What You Will Learn

  • Details

Who Should Attend

  • Anyone who uses the internet either regularly or sporadically
  • Those who shop online 
  • Those who would like to use the internet more, but are afraid that they will expose vital information

What You Will Learn

  • How to avoid common traps that can compromise you online
  • How to check site security before you use it
  • How to guard your personal information

Details

Date: Wednesday, December 8, 2021

Time: 10:00 am PST

This webinar will be recorded and a link will be sent out to all registrants after the webinar.

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October 27, 2021 • By Kevin Alvarez

Free Webinar Spread Joy and Save Money: Make it a Happy and Financially Healthy Season

This free, one hour webinar about Financial Transformation is presented by GreenPath Financial Wellness

Are you already stressed about the upcoming holiday season? Join GreenPath to learn how to  maximize your dollars and create a memorable gift-giving season. We will help you create a plan to set yourself up for success for years to come.

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  • Who Should Attend

  • What You Will Learn

  • Details

Who Should Attend

  • Those that want to reduce stress during the holidays
  • Those who have experienced a change in their budget
  • Those that want to maximize the value of gifts given.

What You Will Learn

  • How to spread joy without impacting your wallet
  • Strategies for gift giving
  • How to create lasting memories

Details

Date: Wednesday, November 3, 2021

Time: 10:30 am PST


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October 15, 2021 • By Kevin Alvarez

Safe Online Shopping

As technology continues to advance, more and more people from all age ranges have learned of the ease of access our personal computers and mobile devices provide for us, especially when it comes to online shopping. With the holiday season fast approaching, its time to review what can be done to keep your personal information safe while shopping online.

The benefits of online shopping are clear, stores are always open. Shipping is only a blink away, you don’t have to deal with crowds.  It’s easy to research and compare products before making a decision and you can find good deals with the click of a mouse. Even discount codes have been shared relentlessly only to further entice the convenience of online shopping.

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  • Online Risks

  • Online Shopping Tips

Online Risks

  • You don't always know if a website is secure.
  • You must use a credit or debit card.
  • It can be hard to return an item.
  •  Shipping costs can be expensive.
  • You aren't able to try on before you buy.
  • It's easy to overspend because online shopping can be addicting.

Online Shopping Tips

Keep these tips in mind and you'll be sure to be safe while shopping online:

  • Only provide private information to secure sites that have an “s” after the http (https://). Also, look for a padlock symbol next to the “https.”
  • Check if the website provides clear and detailed contact information. Scam websites often lack specific contact information like phone numbers and addresses.
  • See if there are reviews of a website if you are unsure about it.
  • Use a service like PayPal that doesn’t reveal your private information.
  • If you buy online, always check your credit card statement to make sure everything is correct and that there are not any unwanted or unknown charges.
  • Stick with popular websites that you trust.
  • Check the company’s privacy policy to see how they will use your information.
  • Never click on a random pop-up window. If you don’t know where it came from, close it! Pop-up windows can carry viruses.  If a website generates pop-up windows, you may even want to leave the website.
  • Never send private information, such as a credit card number or a checking account number, in e-mail.
  • In the event of fraud or unwanted charges, it will be more difficult to get your money back if you pay with a debit card than if you pay with a credit card.  Under the Fair Credit and Billing Act, your liability for a lost or stolen credit card is only $50.
  • Do not use an unsecured network or Internet connection to shop online.  Unsecured networks are typically found in public places such as a library or restaurant.

SafeAmerica understands the level of security needed to stay secure while on the internet and during National Cyber Security Awareness Month, we want to help inform our members of the best practices for staying safe online and keeping sensitive information secure.

Keep an eye out every week this month for new blog posts on the best practices during the time you spend online. Safe for surfing the web.


 

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