Tips for Protecting Your Identity While Traveling This Summer
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This week’s #CreditChat will highlight the importance of safeguarding your identity while traveling. If you have a summer vacation planned, don’t miss this opportunity to equip yourself with knowledge and strategies to ensure a worry-free travel experience.
Topic: Tips for Protecting Your Identity While Traveling This Summer
When: Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 3 p.m. ET.
Where:Join thelive hashtag discussion
The panel will include: Michael Bruemmer: Vice President of Experian Global Data Breach Resolution; Brian Stack: Vice President of Engineering and Dark Web Intelligence; National Cybersecurity Alliance: a nonprofit that empowers people to use technology safely and securely, and co-leader Cybersecurity Awareness Month;
Robert Siciliano: Identity Theft Expert, Professional Speaker, CEO, Identity Theft Resource Board of Directors and Co-Founder of Protect Now LLC; Jeanne Kelly: Credit expert, identity theft expert, speaker and founder of JeanneKelly.net; Beverly Harzog: Credit Card Expert and Consumer Finance Analyst for U.S. News and World Report; Rod Griffin: Senior Director, Consumer Education and Advocacy, Experian and Christina Roman: Consumer Education and Advocacy Manager at Experian.
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Questions we will discuss:
- What are some common scams or forms of fraud you could encounter while traveling this summer?
- How can you avoid scams when booking your lodging for your upcoming vacation?
- What are some secure payment options when traveling?
- What are some best practices for safeguarding your passport and other financial documents when traveling?
- What are some good social media practices when traveling?
- How can you protect your information when using public Wi-Fi when traveling?
- What are some telltale signs or red flags that could indicate that someone is attempting to steal your identity?
- Are there any recommended identity theft protection services or tools you can use while traveling?
- How can you mitigate the risk of currency conversion when traveling overseas?
- Any final tips for protecting your identity while traveling this summer?
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