{"id":170770,"date":"2026-05-22T04:52:09","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T10:22:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newslink360.space\/?p=170770"},"modified":"2026-05-22T04:52:09","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T10:22:09","slug":"while-using-public-wi-fi-keep-your-phone-100-safe-in-these-3-ways-you-will-get-scammed-in-the-pursuit-of-free-wi-fi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newslink360.space\/?p=170770","title":{"rendered":"While using public Wi-Fi, keep your phone 100% safe in these 3 ways, you will get scammed in the pursuit of free Wi-Fi."},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>Nowadays, it has become common to find free public Wi-Fi at places like railway stations, airports, malls, hotels and cafes. People immediately connect to these networks to save mobile data. But do you know that this free internet can sometimes become a big threat to your bank account and personal data?<\/p>\n<p>Cyber \u200b\u200bcriminals often take advantage of public Wi-Fi networks to steal people&#8217;s personal information. This may include banking details, password, OTP, social media accounts and even personal photos. Therefore, it is very important to take some important precautions while using free internet.<\/p>\n<p>Do not use banking and payment apps<\/p>\n<p>Whenever you are connected to a public Wi-Fi, avoid doing internet banking, UPI payment or online shopping. Hackers can track your activity on such networks.<\/p>\n<p>If you have to do important work then use your mobile data. Especially one should avoid entering bank apps, credit card details and passwords.<\/p>\n<p>Use VPN and secure websites<\/p>\n<p>If you have to use public Wi-Fi, then definitely use VPN (Virtual Private Network). VPN encrypts your internet activity, so that hackers cannot easily access your data.<\/p>\n<p>Apart from this, always keep in mind that the website starts with &#8216;HTTPS&#8217;. Such websites are considered more secure. If the browser shows &#8216;Not Secure&#8217; then do not enter any personal information on that site.<\/p>\n<p>Keep Auto Connect and File Sharing turned off in your phone.<br \/>Many smartphones automatically connect to nearby free Wi-Fi networks. This feature can prove to be dangerous because fake Wi-Fi networks may also be present.<\/p>\n<p>Go to phone settings and turn off Auto Connect and File Sharing features. With this, no unknown person will be able to easily access the files or data of your phone.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Keep these things in mind also<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul_block\">\n<li>Use Strong Passwords and Two-Factor Authentication<\/li>\n<li>Always keep your phone and apps updated<\/li>\n<li>&#8216;Forget&#8217; the network after using public Wi-Fi<\/li>\n<li>Do not click on any suspicious link or pop-up.<\/li>\n<li>Free public Wi-Fi is certainly convenient, but a little carelessness can drain your bank account. Therefore, next time while using free internet at railway station, airport or cafe, definitely follow these safety rules. A little caution can save you from big cyber fraud.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hindi.news18.com\/news\/tech\/decode-public-wi-fi-safety-tips-how-to-protect-your-bank-account-and-personal-data-10495076.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nowadays, it has become common to find free public Wi-Fi at places like railway stations, airports, malls, hotels and cafes. People immediately connect to these networks to save mobile data. But do you know that this free internet can sometimes become a big threat to your bank account and personal data? 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