PAN Card Security: PAN card is one of the important documents of the people, keeping it safe is the responsibility of the card holder and it is also necessary.
In this era of digital world, cases related to cybercrime keep coming to the fore. In such a situation, along with all the documents, it is also necessary to keep the PAN card safe. To save the PAN card from fraud cases, some things should be kept in mind.
PAN Card is a 10 digit Permanent Account Number issued by the Income Tax Department, which contains all the financial information of the card holder. This card is given to a person privately or to a company or firm on behalf of the Income Tax Department.
To keep the PAN card safe, it is most important not to share the details related to the PAN card with anyone until it is needed. It is important to keep the information related to PAN card safe. Whenever it is necessary to fill PAN card details in any online website or form, first of all check the validity of that website.
If it is necessary to give PAN card details somewhere and you get a request for its information, then first check the validity of that request. Do not share information unless you are sure the information is being sought by a legitimate organization.
Keep checking your bank details and credit card statement regularly, so that if there is any tampering with your bank account, then you can get information about it in time. In case of any fraud, report it to the bank or credit card company.
Do not store PAN card information on your mobile phone or computer as you may have to pay if your device is hacked or stolen by someone. To keep its details with you, you can keep its physical copy with you.
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