The internet has helped us in many ways, but it has also become a popular tool for criminals. Using the internet, criminals have been able to commit many crimes, from fraud and identity theft, to scams and theft.

Making sure that you do not fall victim to these scammers is something that you need to remain cautious of, and as so many of us are online nowadays it is worth being aware of the things that you can do to reduce your risks of being the victim of cyber crime…

Prevent Money Laundering – If you run a business, beware of money laundering. Check new customers are who they say they are by running a check on them like this AML identity check. This will help to prevent money laundering.

Choose Strong Passwords – Make sure that passwords are a combination of letters and numbers that are much more difficult for a hacker to access. As well as this, use different passwords for everything to prevent one being taken and used.

Use Anti-Virus Software – This will help to keep your computer safe from many attacks on your computer, which will then keep all of you important and personal files safe and secure. Remember to make sure this is always up to date.

Protect your Devices from Unauthorised Access – Make sure that your smartphone, laptop and computer are all password protected to ensure that if they are lost or stolen, nobody can access them and access your personal data.