• Never share your personal details or financial information like login credentials/passwords/credit or debit card details and other such information online with any one, as it can be misused.
  • Never believe the free gift offers/contests/ surveys/ messages/calls etc., circulated on special occasions like valentines day etc., as bait by fraudsters and cyber criminals.
  • Do not forward fake messages, links, and mails to people as prompted by senders without proper verification or authentication.
  • Enable privacy and security features in your social media accounts
  • Never click on unknown links or download unauthorized apps or software on your digital devices as it can install malicious software on your device.
  • Install updated anti-virus on your digital devices for security and protection.
  • Only visit authorized/legitimate company/organization website for valid information
  • Only visit the authorized/legitimate company website for customer care numbers, avoid searching for numbers on google as they may be misleading.
  • Immediately block the number and report against such fake offers
  • Keep yourself updated about the cyber frauds and scams  
  • Ensure that you always follow safe online practices.