INDIANAPOLIS (WTHR) – You may have seen a new trend going around on Facebook, asking people to share their senior yearbook photo to support the Class of 2020.
It seems harmless and fun, but the Better Business Bureau is warning people to be cautious of what they're sharing online.
The BBB says this trend could lead to scammers gaining your personal information.
With the #Classof2020 trend, people are sharing the name of their high school and graduation year — both of which are common online security questions.
"All it takes is an internet search to reveal more information about you, such as family members, your real name, birthdate or even where you live," the BBB said in an article on their website.
The BBB has the following tips to keep you safe on social media:
- Resist the temptation to play along. While it’s fun to see other’s posts, if you are uncomfortable participating, it is best to not do it.
- Review your security settings. Check your security settings on all social media platforms to see what you are sharing and with whom you are sharing.
- Change security questions/settings. If you are nervous about something you shared possibly opening you up to fraud, review and change your security settings for banking and other websites.
For more information about privacy concerns online, see BBB's scam alert on Facebook quizzes.
For tips for staying safe online, read BBB's tips on staying cybersecure. Report scams to BBB Scam Tracker.
