Protect Your Pin, It's In Your Hands

Here are a few key tips to help Protect Your PIN.

	Always be careful to shield your PIN when using an ATM or EFTPOS terminal. Use your free hand to cover the key-pad while you enter your PIN.

	Be aware of your surroundings and look out for anybody standing too close to you — they might be watching you enter your PIN. If you are uncomfortable, cancel the transaction and use a different machine.

	Memorise your PIN. Do not write it down and do not store it in your mobile phone, even in a disguised format.

	Select a unique PIN. Never use obvious information such as your telephone number, date of birth or address.

	Keep your PIN secret. Change it immediately if you suspect that someone knows your PIN, including a friend or family member.

	Be particularly wary of emails or telephone calls asking you to share your PIN for security or login purposes. Never tell anyone your PIN.