If you are avoiding a once-in-a-lifetime holiday, it is important not to let excitement become your excitement. While it's natural to want to keep social media up to date while traveling, there's one common mistake that legal experts warn people.
Adam Jones, a legal expert in HD claims, is fascinating to post a snap of his boarding pass. He states: “Most travelers don't realize that boarding passes contain far more than just a seat number. They can include your full name, flight number, frequent flyer ID, and booking reference.
Risk is particularly high for budget airlines and major airlines that allow online check-in and limited verification.
“This isn't just social embarrassment. It's a serious data protection issue,” adds Adam. “If your ID or travel account is compromised as a result, you may be able to make an invoice or lose your holidays entirely.”
In recent cases, we show how scammers can use boarding pass barcodes and QR codes to obtain sensitive data from airlines.
If you are traveling, there are a few things you can do to keep yourself safe.
Please do not post photos of boarding passes or luggage tags. Stop shredding or destroying tickets when they arrive, even if it's a corner or barcode. If you accidentally share it, contact the airline and immediately change your login eligibility.
Adam said: “In the end, the best legal defense is prevention. Treat your boarding pass like a credit card. Don't flash it on Instagram.”
