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Passwords and PINs
- · Never use the last four digits of your SSN, your mother's maiden name, your birth date, your middle name, your child's name, your pet's name, or anything else that's easily discovered or guessed. If your financial institution uses the last four digits of your SSN as your default PIN, change it.
- · Memorize all your passwords. Combine letters and numbers and change your passwords frequently. Don't record them on anything you carry in a wallet or purse. Ask financial institutions to add extra security to your account by requiring an additional code or password.
- · Password-protect computer files that contain sensitive personal or account data.
- · Shield your hand at an ATM or when making long distance calls with a phone card. Shoulder surfers may be nearby with binoculars or cameras. Avoid giving personal data by phone in a public place.
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