A gift to scammers: why you should probably keep your birthday a secret

Image: The Guardian
ad slot · in-content video 16:9
Coverage
Wires & papers of record
- Using a fake DOB or leaving the field blank when making an online account can offer protection from identity theft You get a call from your bank saying there has been suspicious activity on your account. They read out your name, address and date of birth so you are happy it is a legitimate caller.…