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Stay one step ahead of cyber threats with essential cyber security tips designed for everyone. Learn how to protect your personal data, avoid scams, create strong passwords, and browse the internet safely. Empower yourself with practical, easy-to-follow advice to keep your digital life secure and your information protected.

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• Do not close the browser window without logging out of the account.
• Use 2-step verification such as a one-time password (OTP) while using someone else’s computer.
• Do not save your username and password in the web browser.
• Register your mobile number with social networking sites to get alerts in the event of unauthorized access.
• Permanently delete all documents downloaded on computers in a cybercafé.
• Never provide details or a copy of identity proofs (e.g., PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, Voter Card, Driving License, Address Proof) to unknown persons/organizations.
• Be careful while using identity proofs at suspicious places.
• Do not share sensitive personal information (like Date of Birth, Birth Place, Family Details, Address, Phone Number) on public platforms.
• Always strike out the photocopy of the identity proof and write the purpose of its usage overlapping the photocopy. This makes it difficult to reuse the photocopy.
• Do not leave your credit, debit, or ATM card receipts behind in places such as a bank, ATM, or store; never throw them away in public.
• Always ensure that credit/debit card swipes at shopping malls, petrol pumps, etc., are done in your presence. Do not allow the salesperson to take your card away to swipe for the transaction.
• Look out for credit/debit card skimmers anywhere you swipe your card, especially at petrol pumps and ATMs.
• If you notice a credit/debit card reader that protrudes outside the face of the rest of the machine, it may be a skimmer.
• Never share your PIN with anybody, however close they might be.
• Do not respond to messages from unknown sources requesting personal or financial details, even if they promise to credit money into your bank account.
• Do not respond to suspicious emails or click on unknown links.
• Do not transfer money to any untrusted or unknown account.
• Remember, you can never win a lottery if you have not participated in it.
• Always verify the domain of an email ID. For example, all government websites have “.gov.in” or “.nic.in” as part of their web address.
• Enable proper spam filters in your email account.
• Do not panic if you receive a call stating that your card is blocked. Banks will never convey such information over a call.
• Never share your PIN, password, card number, CVV number, or OTP with anyone, even if they claim to be a bank employee. Banks will never ask for such sensitive information.
• Keep your bank’s customer care number handy to report any suspicious or unauthorized transactions on your account immediately.
• Always search and apply for jobs on authentic job portals and newspapers.
• Check if the e-mail domain matches the official website. For example, government websites use “.gov.in” or “.nic.in”.
• If an e-mail contains spelling, grammatical, or punctuation errors, it could be a scam.
• Beware of fake calls or e-mails impersonating recruiters that request personal information or money.
• Restrict access to your profile. Social media sites offer privacy settings to manage who can view your posts, photos, and send you friend requests.
• Ensure your personal information, photos, and videos are accessible only to your trusted contacts.
• Be careful while uploading photos that reveal your location or places you frequently visit, as cyber stalkers may track your daily activities.
• Make your children aware that cyberbullying is a punishable crime, so they neither indulge in it nor allow others to harass them.
• Regularly discuss safe internet practices with your friends and family.
• Monitor your child's internet and social media activities. Enable parental controls on computers and mobile devices.
• Encourage children or students to support friends who are victims of cyberbullying and report incidents to parents or teachers immediately.
• Do not delete offensive messages, as they can assist the police in investigations.
• Always install mobile applications from official app stores or trusted sources.
• Carefully review all permission requests, especially those asking for privileged access. For example, a photo app should not need microphone access.
• Regularly update your device’s software and applications to patch security vulnerabilities.
• Be cautious of malicious apps or suspicious updates. If you suspect an app is harmful, clear its data and uninstall it immediately.
• Never share your mobile unlocking PIN or banking passwords with anyone.
• Register your personal phone number and email with your bank to receive notifications for transactions and login attempts.
• Regularly review transaction alerts received on your registered mobile number and cross-check them with your purchases.
• Set a maximum transaction limit for your bank account to prevent unauthorized high-value transactions.
• Enable strong passwords and two-step verification (OTP) for banking apps, even for small transactions.
• Immediately uninstall any suspicious or compromised banking-related apps.
• Use passwords that are at least **8-12 characters** long for stronger security.
• Strengthen passwords by mixing **uppercase & lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters**.
• Never reuse the same password across multiple accounts or devices.
• Enable **two-factor authentication (2FA)** like OTP for added security.
• If your account is compromised, immediately change the password to a **new, strong one**.
• Keep passwords private—**do not share them** with anyone.
• Avoid saving usernames and passwords in **web browsers** for security reasons.
• Use passwords that are at least 8-12 characters long for stronger security.
• Strengthen passwords by mixing uppercase & lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.
• Never reuse the same password across multiple accounts or devices.
• Enable two-factor authentication (2FA), such as OTP verification, for added security.
• If your account is compromised, immediately change the password to a new, strong one.
• Keep passwords private—do not share them with anyone.
• Avoid saving usernames and passwords in web browsers for security reasons.
• Computers/Laptops should have a firewall and anti-virus installed, enabled, and running the latest version.
• Always scan external devices (e.g. USB) for viruses before connecting them to your computer.
• Keep the “Bluetooth” connection in an invisible mode unless you need to access file transfers on your mobile phone or laptops.
• Before disposing of computers or mobile devices, wipe all personal information. For mobile devices, use the secure reset/factory reset option.
• Never download or install pirated software, applications, etc., on your computer, laptop, or handheld devices. It is illegal and increases your vulnerability to cyber threats.
• Do not click on URLs/links in suspicious emails or SMS messages, even if they look genuine. They may lead to malicious websites attempting to steal your money or personal information.
• Always check that "https" appears in the website’s address bar before making an online transaction. The "s" stands for "secure" and ensures that communication with the webpage is encrypted.
• Always use genuine software and applications to avoid potential security lapses. Genuine software gets regular updates to protect your data from new cyber threats.
• Never download or install pirated software, applications, etc., on your computer, laptop, or handheld devices. It is illegal and increases your vulnerability to cyber threats.
• Always read the terms and conditions before installing any application.
• Always keep your system software and applications updated to prevent hackers from exploiting known vulnerabilities.
• Never open suspicious attachments or click unknown links in emails/messages, as they may contain malware used by hackers.
• Use a strong and unique password for each account and enable 2-step verification to add an extra layer of security.
• Regularly back up important data to a secure location to protect against data loss in case of hacking attempts or ransomware attacks.
Hacking: Jab koi unauthorized person kisi computer ya network ko access karta hai aur data churaata hai ya system ko damage karta hai.
Phishing: Fraudulent emails ya websites ke zariye sensitive information (jaise passwords, bank details) churaana.
Malware: Aise harmful software (viruses, worms, Trojans) jo aapke system ko damage karte hain ya control le lete hain.
Identity Theft: Kisi aur ki personal information churaakar uske naam par fraud ya illegal activity karna.
Cyber Stalking: Online platforms par kisi ko baar-baar harass karna ya usse dar aur pareshani ka samna karwana.
Spam: Unwanted emails ya messages bhejna, jo aksar advertisements ya scams hote hain.
Denial of Service (DoS): Kisi server ya network ko itna overload kar dena ki wo down ho jaaye aur genuine users ko access na mile.
Online Fraud: Fake schemes ya websites ke zariye logon ko dhokha dena aur unse paise churaana.
Ransomware: Malware jo kisi computer ya data ko lock kar leta hai aur ransom (paise) mangta hai data ko unlock karne ke liye.
Cryptojacking: Jab cybercriminals bina aapki permission ke aapke device ko cryptocurrency mine karne ke liye use karte hain.
Deepfake: AI ka use karke fake videos ya audios banaye jaate hain jisse aapki image ya reputation ko damage kiya ja sakta hai.
SIM Swapping: Jab hackers aapka mobile number hijack kar lete hain aur aapke accounts ya personal details ko access kar lete hain.
IoT Hacking: Internet-connected devices (smartphones, cameras, etc.) ko hack karna aur unse data churaana ya unko damage karna.
Social Engineering Attacks: Logon ko trick karna aur unse personal information ya sensitive data churaana, jaise fake phone calls ya emails ke through.
Business Email Compromise (BEC): Jab hackers aapke company ke emails ko hack karte hain aur employees se paise transfer karwane ki koshish karte hain.
NFT Scams: Fake NFTs banakar logon se paise churaana.
Metaverse Scams: Virtual worlds mein fraud karna, jaise fake investments ya transactions ke through logon ka paisa churaana.
Web3 & DeFi Attacks: Decentralized finance platforms ko hack karna aur logon se paisa churaana.
Flash Loan Attacks: DeFi platforms mein short-term loans ka misuse karke price manipulation ya unauthorized transactions karna.
AI-Powered Phishing: AI ka use karke phishing attacks ko smarter aur personalized banana, jisse log easily trap ho jaate hain.
Cloud Security Breaches: Cloud services ki vulnerabilities ko exploit karke sensitive data churaana.
Cyber Extortion (Doxxing & Swatting): Doxxing mein kisi ki personal information online post kar dena aur swatting mein fake emergency call karna taaki police ko victim ke ghar bheja ja sake.