As the holiday shopping season kicks into high gear this weekend, a few simple reminders are in order to help prevent crooks and identity thieves from stealing your holiday spirit.

* The first tip is simple. Don’t carry your Social Security card with you. We honestly can’t think of one good reason for it to be in your wallet. Identity thieves view the card as the golden ticket to your persona – they can use it to set up new accounts at different addresses without your approval, or your knowledge. Get the rest of the tips.

Your Online Security Authority
Bill Wardell

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