7 Screenshots Hackers Like You To Save In Your Gallery
It's easy to think of screenshots as temporary, but many of us never delete them. The danger is that some of them can become gold mines for hackers, identity thieves, or even just curious friends.
So take a minute and scroll through your photo library to see if you have any of these screenshots—then back them up and delete them immediately.
Danger of Bank Screenshots
Taking a screenshot of your bank balance might seem harmless, whether you want to track your savings or confirm a transfer. But those seemingly harmless numbers can be dangerous in the wrong hands.
Bank screenshots often include more than just your balance. You might get a partial screenshot of your account number, recent transactions, or even your bank’s logo and app interface.
If your phone is lost or hacked, someone could get information about where your bank is, how much money you have, and how you spend it.
Author's summary: Protect yourself from hackers by deleting sensitive screenshots.