To connect to earphones and other accessories, Bluetooth has to be kept on in the phone. Many times people forget to turn off Bluetooth even after the accessories are disconnected and it remains on. Most people feel that there is no harm in keeping Bluetooth on and they will not have to turn it on again the next time they connect earphones or speakers. But you will be surprised to know that keeping Bluetooth on can clean your bank account. Scammers can take advantage of this and cause huge losses to you.
If you know this then you will never keep Bluetooth on
If you are traveling by train or bus or are in a public place like a market and your phone’s Bluetooth is on, then it gives a way to scammers to break into your phone. Actually, scammers send Bluetooth pairing requests to deceive people and if you accept it by mistake or unknowingly, then scammers can enter your phone. Once they have access to your phone, it becomes very easy for them to steal your passwords, card details and banking details. With this information they can steal all the money lying in your account. Such scams are also called bluejacking. Therefore, it is very important to be careful regarding Bluetooth.
How to avoid bluejacking?
- If no accessories are connected, turn off Bluetooth.
- If you have to go to a public place, leave the house only after switching off Bluetooth.
- Never pair your phone with an unknown device.
- Keep Bluetooth in non-discoverable mode. Due to this it will not connect to other devices.
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