Dumpster Divers: A Hidden Threat
Most of us do not give much consideration to the things that we throw out. After all once we are done with it, it is trash right? Not to everyone.
Dumpster diving, or the pratice of going through your trash to get your personal information is a common pratice. After all you just threw out that shiney credit card application didn’t you? If a pay stub or bank statement is in the same can then you just gave someone else a free card. I bet that you never knew you were so generous!
How to you advoid being a victim of dumpster diving? It’s simple, don’t leave whole pieces of information in the trash. You can:
1. Save your old mail and make recycled paper out of it. (Eco-bonus if you choose this one!)
2. Shred your mail.
Choose one and go for it. Remember that small steps can keep you safe.
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