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(CNN Spanish) - For four days, from November 15 to 18, Mexico will celebrate the traditional El Buen Fin, a weekend of discounts in multiple stores designed to revive the economy by encouraging consumption.
So that your online purchases are not subject to fraud, here are five recommendations from the Federal Consumer Prosecutor's Office so you can make them safely.
1. Do not use public networks
Do not use computers from sites such as public or rental internet rooms. Also, do not connect from public or shared networks; The computer network must be fully trusted. This will help reduce the risks of online interception of your bank details.
2. Use authentication mechanisms
To keep your bank details secure on your devices, make sure they have authentication mechanisms. The idea, in addition, is to minimize the places where you have stored your information for purchases.
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3. Verify store URL
Make your purchases on known websites with legitimate URL. For example, you can ensure that the page has a security certificate, which appears as a lock next to the site address bar. By clicking on it you can find the details about the security of the certificate.
4. Do not install pirated software
The software must be your absolute trust. Never install a pirate or low reputation. Keep up to date security software such as antivirus, antimalware and firewalls, in addition to your operating system, your web browser and store applications to improve the shopping experience.
5. Save the proof of purchase
It is always a good idea to save the vouchers that are generated from your purchase, for example the order and transaction number. If your purchase was with an individual, it is important to verify your personal data.
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In addition to these tips, an option that you can investigate is to have a virtual card offered by some banks and in which their verification code (CVV) changes in each transaction, which makes it temporary and single use.
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