Even if we looked up “most careful person in the world” in the dictionary and found your picture adjacent to the definition, it’s still all too easy to tip off burglars and other unsavory characters that your home is ripe for the pickings on social media.
So first, just how involved are you on social media? And for each such medium you engage on, do you know for sure who can see your posts, and who can’t? The point is, it’s better to err on the side of caution when posting on social media than to risk an unwanted visit to your home.
Consider the following examples of what can and often does go on.
Attending Funeral Services
It’s not only common, but natural to share your grief with others at the passing of a friend, colleague or loved one. But if someone replies to your post asking for details of the services, ask them to contact you offline. Announcing where you’ll be, and when, is an open invitation to people intent on helping themselves to what’s rightfully yours.
“5 days until vacation!”
We Americans love to travel, and we love to tell the whole world not just where we’ve been, but where we’re headed. A word to the wise: it’s far better to share after the fact. Otherwise, it’s like posting a neon side outside your home while you’re gone: “On vacation. Come on in and help yourself.
Digital Check-Ins
What socially hip and connected business doesn’t want you to check in on social media that you are currently on their premises? But what’s good for them can be disastrous for you and your home. If you want to share the good news, once again wait until you’re home. It’s much safer that way.
Property Damage & Repairs
A storm blows through and blows a hole in the side of your house or through your roof. Well, there are a lot of things that can and must be done in the aftermath – say, like seeking solace on social media? Bad idea, even if you have a home security system. Because in doing so, you’re inviting thieves to come check out the damage for themselves to see if your home security system has been compromised in the process.
“Check out my new Picasso!”
Are you a collector of coins, antique jewelry, rare stamps, or artwork of any kind? Social media loves you, if you are! In fact, it’s calling to you: “Come on, grace our site with the latest addition to your collection!” If you do, just take great caution that your home and valuables are as well protected as they can be.
Okay, so you get the point. Social media, for all the clear advantages and opportunities it present, also can be an open invitation to the dregs of society. And that’s just one reason to contact Now Security today, even if you already have a home burglar alarm system. If you do, we’ll check out it to see if there are any security gaps and recommend the best ways to do so. Don’t already have a home security system? We can recommend and install one absolutely consistent with your home, lifestyle, and budget. And then back it up with our world class security management services. Contact us today to learn more.