Social media is a space that is both loved and hated by many. Regardless of how you view social media, it’s not going away anytime soon. Facebook has reached 2 billion active users, Instagram has 1 billion and LinkedIn is gaining momentum with 590 million users. Americans have an average of 7.1 social media accounts. With social media becoming the norm, it can be easy to forget that not all of these accounts and connections are safe. There are many hidden dangers on these apps, including social media scams.
Bots and hackers are making fake accounts in order to trick users into giving personal information. The hackers can then use this information against the person, whether that means stealing money or stealing their identity.
To help protect yourself from these scams, Panda Security has an infographic on social media scams and how to spot them. Browse through to make sure you know all the tips and tricks that will keep you safe online.
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