Verify that you are connected to the Web site of the business to which you intend to send private information. Examine the address you think you should be connected to and if it looks questionable, investigate further. Use an Encrypted Session. Before sending any private information, make certain your session is encrypted. Check for Security Symbols.
Some browsers have a padlock or key displayed in the lower left-hand corner.
These are security symbols that tell you if your data is being encrypted before it is sent to the server. If it is encrypted, then the padlock will be locked, or the key will be solid. If it is not encrypted, then the padlock will be open, or the key will be broken. If you are entering private information into a Web form, you will want to check to be sure your transaction is encrypted. Keep a Record.