Privacy

📎 What it is

Scammers and hackers can use personal details you share online, even small ones, to trick or impersonate you.

This includes things like your birthday, job, location, or family info.

🚩 Why it matters

The more someone knows about you, the easier it is to:

• Guess your passwords or security questions
• Pretend to be you (or someone you trust)
• Target you with believable scams

Even an innocent photo or comment can give away useful info.

💡 Real-world examples

1. A scammer sees a birthday post, then guesses your password.
2. Someone uses your pet’s name from Instagram to answer a security question.
3. A photo of your home reveals your address or car registration.

✅ What to do

1. Keep personal details private on social media (e.g., birthdays, schools, family names)
2. Avoid oversharing in public groups or comments
3. Think before you post pictures that show your location or valuables
4. Don’t use info you’ve shared publicly as your password or PIN
5. Review your privacy settings regularly

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