As more and more Americans receive the COVID-19 vaccine, some share their excitement with friends and family by posting a selfie with their vaccination card on social media. This may not be a good idea, warns the Better business bureau.
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 anyone and everyone.
The consumer-oriented organization says that crooks can not just look at personal information. Recent arrests in the UK have raised concerns about scammers selling fake vaccination cards online.
The BBB warns by sharing an image of a real vaccination card, it can give scammers information that they can use to create fake cards.
Instead of sharing a picture of the vaccination card, you might consider sharing a picture showing the arm where the shot was given, a smiling face inside the clinic, a vaccine sticker or other items that are not personal does not contain information.
The BBB also recommends that you check privacy settings on social media, and be 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.