If you are buying a Rakhi gift for your sister, beware of cyber fraudsters; otherwise, your account will be emptied. Keep these things in mind.

Rakshabandhan Cyber Safety Tips: While buying a gift for your sister on Rakshabandhan, a little carelessness can prove to be costly. A bank account can be emptied due to cyber fraud. Keep these things in mind.

This year, the festival of Rakshabandhan will be celebrated across the country on 9 August. On this day, brothers tie Rakhi to their sisters and give them gifts. There is a rush of gifts for Rakshabandhan from markets to online platforms. Brothers are looking for some better gifts for their sisters on different sites.

While buying a gift for sister on Rakshabandhan, first of all our attention goes to the product and its price. We want to get something good and also cheap. Due to this, many times people take wrong advantage. They cheat people by giving tempting offers.

Many cyber fraudsters become active on such days. Cases of online fraud increase rapidly during festivals. These fraudsters trap users through fake websites, fake discount links and social media ads.

Many times people make payments without checking and regret later. If you are buying a gift online, always buy from a trusted and official website. Check the URL of the website carefully before clicking on the link.

If the name is even slightly strange or written incorrectly, be alert immediately and do not proceed to that site. While making payment, never share your card details or OTP with anyone. Completely ignore information sought through unknown calls or messages.

Real companies do not ask for such information. If someone is forcing you, then understand that something is wrong. To avoid cyber fraud, always keep two-factor authentication on and activate bank alerts. This will immediately let you know if any unknown transaction is taking place from your account.

If you do not take care of these things, then in the process of giving a good gift to your sister this Rakshabandhan, you can empty your bank account. Therefore, do online shopping with caution. Otherwise, you will get into trouble.