Avoiding Fraud
One of the key issues to consider whenever you’re on the computer, is safeguarding your private information. iSkin.com has compiled some important information to help you better protect yourself. We are committed to monitoring our site to ensure minimal misuse of information.
What is "Phishing" or "Spoofing"?
Beware of "phishy" emails. The most common form of phishing is emails pretending to be from a legitimate retailer, bank, organization, or government agency. The sender asks to "confirm" your personal information using a number of phony reasons like:
- Your account is about to be closed
- An order for something has been placed in your name
- Your information has been lost because of a computer problem
Phishers have also been known to elicit your personal information by saying they’re from the fraud departments of well-known companies. They will then ask you to verify your information because they suspect you may be a victim of identity theft!
Phishing can also happen by phone. Don’t be surprised if you get a call from someone pretending to be from a company or government agency, making the same kinds of false claims and asking for your personal information.
We’d like to make it clear that iSkin.com will never send an email asking you to verify your credit card information. The one and only time you should submit your credit card information, is when you’re prompted to do so during the placing of an order at www.iSkin.com.
What is "Pharming"?
The latest version of online ID theft is known as pharming. It’s a virus or malicious program that is secretly planted in your computer, designed to hijack your Web browser. Here’s how it works:
When you type in the address of a legitimate Web site, you’re taken to what you think is the real site, but in fact, it’s a fake. As a result, any personal information you provide at the phony site, such as your password or account number, can be stolen and fraudulently used.
Protect your computer with spam filters, anti-virus and anti-spyware software, and a firewall, and keep them up to date.
Spam filters are effective in helping reduce the number of phishing emails you get. Both anti-virus and anti-spyware software also offer protection against pharming and other techniques that phishers use.
Anti-virus software scans incoming messages for troublesome files. Anti-spyware software looks for programs that have been installed on your computer intended to track online activities without your knowledge. Firewalls prevent hackers and unauthorized communications from entering your computer.
It’s in your best interest to look for programs that offer automatic updates and to take advantage of free patches that manufacturers offer to fix newly discovered problems.
Report a fraud: fraud@iSkin.com
Please note, the information we are providing is only for your convenience.
