How to Stay Safe Online in Bangladesh

Online crimes continue to increase, with people’s personal details and even bank details being stolen every day. It is as much a problem in Bangladesh as anywhere in the world. While it is almost impossible to stay completely safe, there are some relatively simple steps you can take to help improve your online safety.

Use Reputable Sites

There are lots of ways you can have your personal data stolen while online. Some websites are infected with known malware and if you visit the site and take any actions on that site, you could be handing over your personal information. Only use reputable sites whether you’re doing online gift shopping especially when banking or using a Bangladesh online casino. As Joe Yarnold states, many offshore casino sites can offer a safe and secure gambling experience. These sites are regulated abroad and each comes with a large selection of games.  

Research the site, check its credentials, and avoid those sites that your browser flags as being suspicious. Casino expert Joe Yarnold also suggests checking a casino has SSL encryption and firewall protection.

Check URLs

It is surprisingly easy to clone a website, or at least design something that looks a lot like a login page. Before you click on any link in an email, message, or from another source, check the URL you’ve been given. Ensure it matches the known URL of the site you’re visiting or, better still, close the email, open a fresh tab on your browser, and manually enter the URL for the website you intend to visit.

Use Secure Passwords

The most secure password contains long, non-sequential, unrelated strings of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters. Unfortunately, 123456 is the world’s most popular password. All of the top 10 most popular passwords in the world are sequences of numbers or letters or common words like password or admin. These are also the first passwords hackers and bots will try when attempting to gain access to your data.

Use Secure Networks

Your data is only as secure as the network you’re using. Your home network should be set up so that it is secure. Be careful who you give the WiFi password to, and change the password if you let somebody you don’t know use the network. If you’re out of the house, you need to be especially careful when choosing a network. Public networks in cafes and coffee shops are not secure enough for banking and other financial activities online.

Trust Your Gut

If something seems too good to be true, it probably is. If you receive an email or a message and its contents seem unbelievably good, this could be a sign of a scam or it could be a way to get you to click on a link and enter your details. Similarly, if you get an email purporting to contain free software or some other free download, avoid it. Only ever accept expected downloads from people you trust.

Don’t Let Go

Gaining access to your online bank accounts and other information is easier if a thief physically has your phone, laptop, or other device. Avoid leaving your phone out in public, even if it’s only for a minute. Don’t leave them unattended on trains or other public transport, and if you are going to be away from your device, lock it using the secure password and biometric locks available.

Log Out When You Leave

Whenever you finish on your banking or your cryptocurrency exchange website, log out. Most of these sites log you out automatically, but it only takes a minute for somebody to access the site and steal your information, or your money.

Don’t Overshare

You should never share your login details with other people. This is especially true over social media. While you might not intentionally do so, beware of scams that try to convince you to post your password or user details. Always think about what you’re posting and keep the personal details and information personal.

If In Doubt, Use A VPN

Whether you use the Internet at home, in the office, or while you’re on the move, you could be at risk of somebody stealing your information or hacking your device. If you do have financial apps on your phone, be careful where you use them. If you regularly use public networks, such as those in cafes or hotels, consider paying for a mobile VPN service. A virtual private network hides your information and keeps you more secure while online. It can be combined with anti-malware and other security software to protect your online and other activities.

Conclusion

Online security is becoming increasingly important. Cybercrime victims lose the equivalent of more than $700 billion annually. And no matter how unlikely you think it is that you will fall foul of these crimes, you are at risk if you don’t take steps to stay safe online. Use secure passwords as well as your best judgment and don’t trust anything that seems too good to be true.

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