The Internet is a breeding ground for various types of fraudsters who try to gain access to the personal data of Internet users. They use a variety of media, from email to social media. It is quite easy to fence yourself off from their actions; you just need to take elementary security measures.
Email is perhaps the most used tool of Internet scammers. Check your account's Spam folder and you will likely find several emails there. There are thousands of scammers distributing such letters. Some messages are accompanied by virus-infected attachments, some contain links to sites that promise untold wealth. Never follow links or open files if the sender of the letter seems suspicious to you. If the letter was sent by a well-known company, do not follow the links in the letter, type the page addresses manually.
Social media
Almost all active Internet users are registered in at least one of the social networks. Therefore, these Internet resources are the favorite sites for fraud. As with email, you shouldn't follow links if you don't know the sender. Remove web applications that you rarely use or do not use at all, they often have full access to your personal information.
Be carefull
The first line of defense against fraudsters is your intuition. If you receive messages from companies you don't know in any way, use search engines and look for reviews about them, their phone numbers, the links they provide, etc. Taking a little time to study the sender of the letters will save you time and money, as well as ensure the safety of your personal data.