Planning a Vacation? Here’s Why You Should Think Twice Before Posting About It
Many of us enjoy sharing the excitement of upcoming trips—whether it’s a family beach vacation, a long-awaited overseas adventure, or even a weekend getaway. But before you post those plans or check in at the airport, consider this: criminals are watching.
At Dial One Security, we’ve seen how burglars take advantage of social media to find their next target. Public posts that show you’re out of town—or even packing for a trip—can let someone know your home is unoccupied and vulnerable.
Here are some simple but powerful tips to protect your home:
• Post later, not now. Share your vacation memories after you return—not while you’re still gone.
• Keep it private. Check your social media privacy settings and limit your posts to trusted friends and family.
• Remove your address from luggage. If at all possible, do not put your address on your luggage.
Information on your bags could be seen by everyone from airline baggage handlers to taxi drivers, Uber drivers, and hotel staff. With organized crime groups, this information could be relayed back to criminals working in our neighborhoods.
• Ask a friend or neighbor for help. Have someone collect your mail, take out trash bins, and check in periodically.
• Use smart security. Dial One Security offers 24/7 monitored systems with smartphone access, smart cameras, remote alerts, and vacation watch support to give you peace of mind while you’re away.
Your vacation should be about rest, not risk. Let us help protect what matters most so you can travel confidently, knowing your home is in good hands.
Dial One Security – Serving Cincinnati families and businesses since 1979.
Call us today or visit our website to learn more about securing your home for vacation season.
