Stop sharing personal information! How back-to-school photos can put your child, your family and your finances at risk

HOUSTON – The first day of school is finally here!

While many children choose fashionable clothes to impress their new friends, parents look forward to taking photos of their children and posting them on social media to share these unforgettable moments with family and friends.

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Although back-to-school photos are a classic on social media every year, they could pose a threat to your child, your family, and your finances.

According to Constable Mark Herman’s office, disclosing personal information such as the name of your child’s school, teachers, age, etc. can be misused by sex offenders, scammers, and others who want to harm your children.

The privacy settings on your phone or social media may not always protect you and your family from the dangers of the internet and your personal information. Officials recommend storing personal information offline.

According to experts, you should NEVER share the following information online:

• Name of school

• Old

• Name and class of the teacher

• Identification features such as size, weight, etc.

• Excessively personal information (think of items related to passwords or answers to security questions, etc.)

If your photo contains such information, it is best to obscure or cross out the confidential answers before posting it online.

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