Q: IPad 4
Hello,
I am planning to receive an IPad Pro, I would like to do some internet shopping when I go to France, will it be safe and secure to use the IPad Pro or otherwise?
I have purchased numerous items via my IPad on the iTunes and Apple store but never on any other site.
Your advice would be greatly appreciated
Kindest regards
rachealfromva.
PS Good to see there is a support section for the wonderful IPad, the best thing since sliced bread
iPad 2, iOS 6.1.3
Posted on Dec 19, 2015 7:04 AM
Community Specialists
Hi rachelfromva,
Congratulations on your decision to purchase an iPad Pro! The resource below offers some general guidelines for shopping on the internet. The article is talking about using your Apple ID, but the same general precautions apply to other accounts, usernames and passwords. The best way to protect yourself is to deal with well-known companies who have very stringent security policies. Apply these basic guidelines to all of your internet activity.
Security and your Apple ID
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201303
Other tips for keeping your account secure
- Good online security requires a combination of good practices by companies using Internet services and informed behavior by users. Below are some good rules to follow to maximize your security when using your Apple ID and other online accounts.
- Always use a strong password.
- Avoid using your Apple ID password with other online accounts.
- Change your password regularly, and avoid reusing old passwords.
- Don’t share your password with anyone, even family members.
- Never send your password or any private account information over email.
- Choose security questions and answers that cannot be easily guessed by someone else. To be even more secure, your answers can even be nonsense as long as you can remember them. For example, Question: What is your favorite color? Answer: Mozart.
- Add a rescue email address to your Apple ID.
- Avoid phishing scams. Don’t click on links in suspicious email messages, and don’t provide personal information on any website you aren’t certain is legitimate.
- If you suspect that someone knows your Apple ID username and password, change your account password immediately.
- When using a public computer, always sign out when your session is complete to prevent other people from accessing your account.
Happy Holidays!
Posted on Dec 20, 2015 3:06 PM