Summer is peak burglary season, opportunists are watching…

Over 75% of convicted burglars say they use social media to pick their targets.

Use of Google Street View and other similar sites makes it easier than ever to scope out access points and spot gaps in security.

Company Directors - your home address may be publicly available on Companies House and various other sites.

Here’s what you can do:

✅ Avoiding holiday posts in realtime, wait until you’re home

✅ Tighten your social media privacy settings

✅ Turn off location tracking

✅ Decline unknown connection/friend requests

✅ Double check your insurance to ensure that a social media post won’t void a claim

Enjoy your break! Just think twice before advertising that you're away.

 

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How to keep your home safe when you go on holiday - NEST GI