UPI FRAUDS

Published By MintGenie Team | 18 Dec, 2023

Secure Your Device

Lock your phone when not in use and avoid easily guessable PINs to enhance security. Credit : PEXELS

Activate Multi-factor Authentication

Utilize MFA for additional verification and consider biometric locks for extra security. Credit : UNSPLASH

Keep Software Updated

Regularly update your phone's software and apps to mitigate potential vulnerabilities. Credit : UNSPLASH

Protect PINs and Passwords

Safeguard your UPI PIN and avoid using identical passwords across different accounts. Credit : UNSPLASH

Download Genuine Apps

Beware of counterfeit UPI apps that can steal sensitive information. Credit : UNSPLASH

Authenticate UPI IDs

Verify UPI IDs before transactions to avoid typographical errors or sending funds to the wrong account. Credit : UNSPLASH

Caution in Public Spaces

Be vigilant in crowded areas, avoid public Wi-Fi for financial transactions, and refrain from downloading apps from unverified sources. Credit : UNSPLASH

Screen Sharing Apps Usage

Exercise caution when using screen-sharing apps, remove unused ones promptly, and review permissions carefully. Credit : UNSPLASH

Limited UPI Apps

Limit the number of UPI apps to reduce vulnerability and manage your security effectively. Credit : UNSPLASH

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