January 27-31, 2025
Data Privacy Week serves as a great reminder to take proactive measures in protecting your personal and financial information. As our way of life becomes increasingly digital, online threats are evolving at a similar pace. As more data leaks and breaches emerge, knowing how to protect your privacy is more important than ever – and Visa is here to help with simple, easy-to-do tips to keep your financial information secure.
1. Adopt Tokenisation for Secure Online Payments: Using tokenised cards to make online payments enhances the security of your transaction and credentials. Tokenisation substitutes real card information with a unique token, eliminating the risk of data theft. Make it a habit to tokenise your cards on trusted websites for worry-free online shopping.
2. Avoid Public Wi-Fi for Financial Transactions: Public Wi-Fi networks are vulnerable to hacking. Avoid accessing sensitive personal accounts or making financial transactions on these networks. If you must use public Wi-Fi, always connect through a VPN (Virtual Private Network) for a secure, encrypted connection.
3. Enable Two-factor Authentication: This adds an extra layer of security, requiring not only your password but also a secondary verification step, such as a text message code or biometric scan. Activate this feature wherever possible to bolster your account protection.
4. Use Strong, Unique Passwords: A robust password is your first line of defense against unauthorised access. Make sure that each password is complex and unique for every account.
5. Use Secure, Trusted Websites and Apps: Before entering any payment information, confirm that the website or app is secure.