Managing Your Money Securely in the Digital Age

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Some 78%(Opens in a new window) of adults in the United States bank online. Slightly over 20%(Opens in a new window) of all retail purchases take place on the internet. But are all of those transactions safe? And what happens if you’re caught in a scam when you’re just trying to buy new running shoes?

Staying safe online requires guarding against a range of digital threats, including email viruses, rogue browser extensions, phishing scams, hacked apps, ransomware, and spyware. Whether you're using the internet for work, entertainment, or managing your finances, it's crucial to take steps to protect yourself from potential attacks. All it takes is one unlocked entrance for a scammer to enter your digital world.

With its award-winning antivirus protection and a suite of cybersecurity solutions, Bitdefender Ultimate Security(Opens in a new window) helps safeguard your information, assists you in closing security loopholes, and ultimately, protects your hard-earned money. Bitdefender Ultimate Security is an all-in-one solution for comprehensive device protection, covering up to 10 devices across Android, iOS, Mac, and Windows platforms. And despite a slew of robust features, the software is optimized to run smoothly in the background without slowing down your device or affecting its overall performance.

If you’re ready to take charge of your online security, you'll want to make sure you’re adequately covered in these three areas: online banking, shopping, and setting up credit monitoring alerts. Here's how:

In the U.S., nearly eight in 10 adults(Opens in a new window) prefer to bank through a mobile app or on a banking website. It has never been easier to pay bills, send and deposit checks, transfer funds, and check your