Make your web browsing safer with these tips

So much of modern life takes place online, from grocery shopping to banking, keeping in touch with loved ones and more. Online services offer great convenience, but unfortunately, some risks come with using the internet, thanks to scammers and hackers looking to take advantage of people at every turn.

Luckily, you can take some basic steps while using the internet to protect yourself from fraudsters and keep your information and accounts safe.

Read the full article in the Finances FYI section of The Seattle Times, sponsored by 1st Security Bank.