Public Wi-Fi risks

Be careful when you public Wi-Fi

Public Wi-Fi, which you often find in coffee shops, airports and other public places, can be risky to use. These networks are often not secure, which means hackers can easily see what you’re doing online.

They might even intercept your information or steal information, such as passwords and other private data without you knowing.

Dangers of using unprotected public networks

• Data such as login credentials, personal information and financial details can be intercepted.
• Malware may be injected into your device if the network is compromised.
• Fake Wi-Fi networks, known as "honeypots" can trick users into connecting and exposing their information.

How to stay safe on public Wi-Fi

• Avoid accessing sensitive accounts (eg banking, e-mail) while on a public Wi-Fi.
• Always use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) when connecting to public networks, as it encrypts your data.
• Disable automatic Wi-Fi connections and file sharing on your device.
• Verify the legitimacy of the network with the venue before connecting.