Privacy, a Scary Reality...

DCU's vision is that all members achieve financial well-being. We believe that unbiased, detailed consumer education is essential for you to achieve your financial goals. Why are we different? Read it here.

• Just about everything you do on the web is tracked by others.
• The “Patriot Act” can be used to track what you do at the library.
• Use a money card? Does it bother you that others can track your transactions.

Right now, just as you start to build credit and develop independence, many people and companies are doing their best to track what you do—and they aren’t tracking you for fun... They’re tracking you to make money.

You need to know about the privacy issues which are going to dramatically impact your life.

Here's some articles on privacy in our Articles Section:

• Search Engines: Information Galore
• ID Theft at Wi-Fi Hotspots
• The Dangers of 'Free' Internet Stuff
• User or Abuser?

Here's some links to the best Privacy Topics on StreetWise, our big sisters' site:

• StreetWise Privacy & Fraud Index
• Enhancing Your Online Privacy and Protecting Your Personal Information – July 2006
  Are you doing all you can to protect your privacy and personal information online?
• Going Wireless? Protect Your Personal Information – February 2006
  Learn the dangers of going wireless with your personal information and the precautions you can take.
• You Don't Have to be "Phished" – December 2005
  Learn how to avoid Phishing Scams.
• How's Your Identity Theft IQ – August 2005
  Learn about the dangers of ID theft and how to prevent becoming a victim.
• Keeping Your Computer Secure and Your Personal Information Safe – September 2003
  Learn different methods of keeping your computer secure.
• What should I do if my wallet or purse is lost or stolen? – August 2002
  Here's a simple list of steps to take if this happens and precautions you should take now to be ready.