5 Tips for Safe Holiday Shopping from #LifeLock!

Tomorrow is December 1st, which means it’s really crunch time to get those holiday presents! I have managed to get a few, but my list is still pretty long. I love shopping, both online & in person, but I get nervous about shopping in person this time of year. Amongst the giant crowds, there may be people trying to steal: whether it be presents, cash, or your identity.

LifeLock has some great tips for staying safe this month while you’re doing your holiday shopping!

1. If you feel threatened in the parking lot, go back into the store & find others to help you get to your car. Many people think that getting to their car makes them safe, but a window can be busted very easily.

2. You’ve all seen him: that bell-ringing Santa you can find outside just about any store this time of year. But what about others who are soliciting donations? While sometimes they are legit, the majority of them are scammers. If you want to donate, do so, but not through these people. Especially because often, those working on the street have accomplices.

3. The buddy system is not just for field trips! The chance of being a victim of theft drops 90% when you’re in a group of three or more people.

4. Provided you spend responsibly, it’s actually much safer to use your credit card for holiday shopping. Cash can not be recovered if stolen, and if a thief gets your debit card, they have easy access to your bank account & can wipe you out quickly. On the other hand, credit cards often limit consumer liability to $50.

5. Keep your wallet in your front pocket. Thieves can more easily access it in your back pocket, and you may end up removing your coat, leaving it even easier to access.

Now that you’re all safe shopping savvy, you can use your newfound knowledge & turn it into entries for the LifeLock for Life sweepstakes! Just head to LifeLock’s Facebook page & click on the LifeLock for Life tab to answer questions & get entered into the contest! There are weekly and monthly winners! {November’s grand prize is a $1,000 Visa Gift Card so be sure to enter today!} And as an added bonus, you’ll learn even more tips to keep you & your loved ones safe this holiday season.

How do you stay safe while shopping?

Note: I am a LifeLock Brand Ambassador & was compensated for my work on this campaign. All opinions are my own.