As more Americans get the COVID-19 vaccine, some are sharing their excitement with friends and family by posting a selfie with their vaccination card on social media. That may not be such a good idea, warns the Better business desk.
The BBB reminds people that the vaccination card contains personal information, and posting a photo of it on social media could mean that information is now available to everyone.
The consumer-facing organization says it’s not just personal information that scammers are looking for. Recent arrests in the UK have highlighted concerns about scammers selling fake vaccination cards online.
The BBB warns that by sharing an image of a real vaccination card, it can provide scammers with information they can use to create fake cards.
Instead of sharing an image of the vaccination card, you can share an image with the arm where the injection was given, a smiling face in the clinic, a vaccine sticker, or other items that do not contain any personal information.
The BBB also recommends checking social media privacy settings and being careful about participating in social media trends, even those asking about top concerts, movies, or favorite cars. This type of information is sometimes linked to a person’s password.