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Hey everyone! Keeping you #SafeandSecure is important to us. Please remember the following:
Do not share your Facebook password, or enter it on a site that isn't Facebook.
A real Viking will NEVER ask you to remove your Lock Code or YoPass.
Do not send anyone the contents of your browser's "View Source" page. Ever.
Report phishing attempts to Facebook - more information here.
The YoWorld team cares about keeping you Safe and Secure. You are your own best defense against these kinds of actions, and we're here to help you strengthen that defense!
Stay alert and stay safe! Please keep reading

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Hey YoFans,
This megathread is your one-stop-shop for all things concerning keeping your YoWorld account secure! We’ll deal with ‘hacking’, social engineering and phishing, as well as ways that you can keep yourself safe from unwanted intrusions. Strap in, it’s going to be an informative ride!
Hacking
The biggest misconception right now is that your account can be 'hacked'. The term itself implies that there are programs being used to steal your information from our servers. Big Viking Games has added multiple layers of security to YoWorld, and as a result this has never happened under BVG's watch. We're committed to making sure it never will.
Social Engineering / Phishing
So how do these intruders get your information?
The most common way that your account can be compromised is by way of Social Engineering. Phishing, the most common form of Social Engineering, refers to getting other people to give out their personal information, usually without their knowledge. In YoWorld, this usually means your Facebook login and password.
Phishing occurs when someone sends you a link through email, Facebook, apartment messages, whiteboards, etc. The link looks legitimate, but will redirect you to a fake site that will steal your information. Popular phishing scams in YoWorld include fake Facebook login pages, free YoCash or item offer pages, YoWorld support pages, and people pretending to be Vikings - and as we said before...
A real Viking will NEVER ask for your password. A real Viking will NEVER ask you to remove your lock code or YoPass.
Additionally: do not send anyone the contents of your browser's "View Source" page. Ever. This applies to any account, anywhere - not just YoWorld!
How Can I Protect Myself?
The good news is that we’ve created various security features to help you out! Check out the posts below for more information on how these features can keep you safe, as well as some neat tips on online security!
YoPass
Lock Codes
Other Tips & Tricks