Although, online jobsites are well secured these days, it’s still wise to be careful what information you place in your online resume. There was a report by ABC news a few years ago, that’s still relevant today—with all the phishing and scams going left and right.
You post it on the net, and anybody with the right tool and knowledge can take it. According to Pam Dixon, founder of World Privacy Forum:
“There is just so much information that a job site has access to that a fraudster would be interested in.”
All we’re saying here is be careful with your personal information. Here are some tips you can follow:
- Beware of employers who ask for background checks before offering you the job
- Verify the employer’s legitimacy
- Limit personal information on your online resume
Protect yourself out there.