Online safety tips

Keep safe online with these tips.

Accounts

• Update your antivirus software.
• Limit the personal information you share.
• Use two-factor authentication for extra safety.
• Passwords:  Mix letters, numbers, and special characters (Ex4mP!3-p@ssW0rd).

Social media

• Be careful what you post.
• Never share your email or password.
• Never agree to meet an online friend.
• Check privacy settings in social media.
• Be kind:  No gossip, bullying, or threats.

Public Wi-Fi

• Keep personal info private.
• Log out from public computers.
• Avoid online banking or shopping on free Wi-Fi.
• Visit secure websites with the lock in the address bar.

Mobile device

• Enable automatic updates.
• Use official app stores: Apple App Store & Google Play.
• Never leave your mobile device unattended in a public place.

Avoid scams

• Avoid emails from strange addresses.
• Avoid emails that look urgent or tempting.
• Do not click on links from unknown senders.

File a report

• File a police report online
• Call SFPD Non-Emergency (415) 553-0123
• Go to your nearest police station