In today’s interconnected world, managing your online presence is more important than ever. Simple actions can make a significant difference in safeguarding your data and privacy on social media and gaming platforms and the internet, which are all increasingly targeted by bad actors.
These bad actors want your personal information to use for their own gain. Whether it’s about your location, habits, background or plans, it’s not their business.
In recognition of “Data Privacy Week and Identity Theft Awareness Week,” which takes place Jan. 27-31, 2025, VA wants to remind you about the importance of protecting your personal information and data with tips from VA cybersecurity and privacy experts and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
Check out the valuable insights in these videos and educational sessions:
Let’s Flip the Script: Put Hackers on the Defense answers common questions about data privacy and security and offers important tips and challenges when safeguarding your data.
New Year, New You, New Cyber Resolutions helps you with fraud awareness and prevention guidance, current and emerging scams, and identity theft prevention best practices.
Your personal information is no one else’s business.
More tips
Veterans can contact their local VA Privacy Officer to file a complaint regarding an alleged privacy violation of your Veteran data, or for general privacy questions or concerns.
Veterans who suspect they have experienced fraud can find resources to file a report to the appropriate agency by visiting www.vsafe.gov or calling 833-38V-SAFE (8-7233).
Bookmark and regularly visit the VA Cybersecurity Spot for updates on how to stay safe online.
Veterans who suspect they have been the victim of identity theft should call VA at 1-855-578-5492.
File complaints with the Federal Trade Commission.
