Verify data is encrypted When sending confidential information over the Internet such as usernames, passwords, or credit card numbers only send it securely. To verify this look for a small lock ( ) in the bottom right corner of your browser window or next to the address bar (as shown below). If visible, this lock should also be in the locked position and not unlocked. Internet Explorer 7 secure address bar We also suggest making sure the URL begins with https as shown above. While the lock is in the lock position, data is encrypted , which helps anyone from understanding the data if it's intercepted. When no lock is visible or in the unlocked position all information is plaintext and if intercepted could be read. If a webpage is not secure, such as an online forum, use a password you wouldn't use with protected sites such as your online banking website. E-mail is not encrypted Websites should not transmit confidential data over e-mail , such as passwords, credit ca
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