Posted on 5/1/2019 12:00 AM By Florida Peninsula Insurance Company
On May 4th, World Password Day, Florida Peninsula would like to take a moment to remind you of the importance of keeping your passwords safe, secure, and complex.
Posted on 12/1/2018 12:00 AM By Florida Peninsula Insurance Company
Around this time of year, the holiday sales are at their prime while everyone is gearing up to buy presents, decorations, and other goods. Criminals count on the holidays to find easy targets for scams and theft. Here are a few things to look out for:
Keep an eye on your receipts and statements: It’s a great reference to verify unknown charges on your accounts. Should something appear incorrect, contact your financial institution immediately.
Charity Scams: Do your research before donating to a charity, especially during the holiday season. If you’ve never heard of the organization, it is best to do a quick search online to be sure it is credible. This is often the time of year where we see a rise in charity scams. If you’d like to give back this holiday season, contact the charity of your choice directly to find out how you can donate, or volunteer with their organization.
Protect Yourself Online: When shopping online, try to shop ...
Posted on 10/1/2018 12:00 AM By Florida Peninsula Insurance Company
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Created by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the National Cyber Security Alliance, Cyber Security Awareness Month serves to bring awareness to the increasing risk of your personal data being hacked online.
Living in an ever-changing digital world, it is crucial you take steps to guard your personal information online. Here are some tips for increasing your cyber security:
Be cautious about what you click on
Avoid sending or storing personal information on your cell phone, tablet, laptop, and computer
Do not use untrustworthy public wireless hot-spots
Never leave your devices unattended
Update your computer software with the latest security
Avoid suspicious emails and phone calls
We hope you follow these tips to prevent your personal data from becoming hacked. Should you fall victim to identity theft online, Florida Peninsula Insurance Company stands ready to assist you. We offer protection ...
Posted on 12/1/2017 3:00 AM By Florida Peninsula Insurance Company
Identity theft is a serious crime which happens when someone uses your personal information without your consent to commit fraud or other crimes. Personal information includes things like your name and Social Security, or credit card numbers. ID theft can happen anywhere, at any time. Fortunately, there are some simple ways to lower your risk of becoming a victim.
1. Always verify who you are speaking to over the phone: Remember, banks or creditors will never call you randomly and ask you to verify your credit card numbers or social security numbers. This only happens when you are the person calling trying to get information about your account. Always search online directly through your bank or creditor’s website to obtain their official contact numbers. Never dial a number from a third-party. To be even safer, go directly to the branch to solve any issues you may have.
2. Handle financial documents with care: If you need to throw away documents ...