With the growing use of the internet and online shopping also comes the increased risk of identity theft. Not all websites are secure when it comes to using credit card numbers and social security numbers and such to make online purchases.
One very important thing to remember is never give your credit card number to anyone on a site that is unsecured. Many sites that require credit card information will tell you that it is a secure site. Also never write your personal information on paper and then throw it in the trash. The best way to dispose of it is through a paper shredder to prevent someone taking it from your trash after it leaves your home. This is a common way for people to get your information without your knowledge.
Don’t give your information to other people to use for you. There is no way for you to know if they save it and use it for things you didn’t authorize.
Mostly just use common sense and keep your information as private as possible to protect yourself. This will make you much less likely to be a victim of identity theft and protect you from the problems that result from it.