People’s life have been turned upside down by online scammers, and as a result, they unintentionally are losing money. Even iPhone users are susceptible to these kinds of frauds, but Apple has just released a series of rules designed to help prevent internet scams from happening to them. The business has included advice on identifying and avoiding social engineering tactics, such as phishing messages and other scams, to its security document.

As per Apple, these scams involve the perpetrator pretending to be the victim, tricking them, or even controlling them to obtain personal information on their iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Scammers “will pose as representatives of a trusted company or entity over the phone or through other communication methods,” according to Apple.

These scams are very common these days, and they utilize a variety of strategies to force you to divulge personal information that may be used to access bank accounts and steal money covertly. According to Apple, by using these suggestions, you can stay alert about these con artists:

– Check for fraud emails that look like they are from legitimate companies

– Avoid clicking on pop-up ads that claim your device has a security problem

– Fraudsters disguising as Apple Support team calls or messages you

– Don’t fall for free product and prizes promotions

– Never accept unwanted calendar invites

HOW TO PROTECT APPLE ACCOUNT AND DEVICES

If you still end up falling for online scams, Apple tells you the various ways in which you can protect your Apple account and devices.

– Never share personal data or security information, such as passwords or security codes, and never agree to enter them into a web page that someone directs you to.

– Protect your Apple ID. Use two-factor authentication, always keep your contact information secure and up to date and never share your Apple ID password or verification codes with anyone. Apple never asks for this information to provide support.

– Never use Apple Gift Cards to make payments to other people.