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By: Ikedi Ani-okoye.

Fraud prevention introduction

Fraud prevention is always on the minds of people especially in this computer age where accounts numbers and technology make it possible to duplicated peoples credit cards and gain access to there details.

Online Credit Card Fraud Prevention

Credit Card online fraud is a well documented problem in today’s world. Some people do not ever encounter it, but for some people it is unavoidable because a con artist is able to gain the confidential credit card information via scam. Fortunately to some extent there are fraud prevention methods for online credit card fraud.

• Always keep your credit card insight.
• Check your receipts to be sure no fraud has happened
• Do write your pin number anywhere keep it in memory.
• cancel your card immediately if it is misplaced.
• When making big transactions be alert.
• when responding to special offers online check legitamcy.

E-mail Fraud Prevention

E-mail is another popular medium for distributing fraudulent messages, so never respond to e-mails that are asking for personal information or involves money issues. Here are som email fraud prevention steps.

• Beware of mail purporting to be from a bank.
• Be carefull when clicking links in e-mails, they might be fraud.
• Do not send out you personal information.
• Be very wary of emails asking for help or charity purposes.
• Do not be tempted by huge money offers for exchange for your details.

Website Fraud Prevention

Internet criminals are spending millions setting up fraudulent websites that look like well-established companies seeking your confidential information. Here some Fraud prvention tips.

• Websites that do not begin with “http”, are not safe.
• Be careful of sites which offer big money reward.
• Be sure any site you submit personal data to is safe.

Fake Auction Fraud Prevention

Bidding or selling on the internet is great but at times it can also be risky. fraudulent online auctions rank very high among thousand fraud complains. Here are some fraud prevetion tips.

• Clearly state destination of your package.
• Phone the auction site to or email them to ask them of their legitimacy.
• Do not but from unknown sellers.
• If you can avoid it dont use credit card.
• Always be aware of what you are bidding on.

CONCLUSION

Fraud prevention is very easy to carry out, just remember to remain vigilant all the time and do not leave an personal information about your self lying around. If you have been a victim of fraud check out the many internet resources available. There is a lot of expert advise that you can get if you have been a victim.