With hundreds of thousands of visitors expected to attend the upcoming Draft in Green Bay, it is possible that those attending the event and spending time in the surrounding areas will be targeted by identity thieves hoping to steal private information. Any travel, but especially travel to popular locations and events, can increase the risk of identity theft. Consumers should be aware of how identity theft occurs, and how to reduce their risks, in preparation for the weekend.
Before and during the Draft, scammers will likely use many methods to convince consumers to give up personal information. Surveys, prize giveaways, and online quizzes not affiliated with official Draft events can be tempting. However, if they require participants to provide private data, even as simple as their name, birth date, or contact information, consumers should remember they have no control over what happens to that data after it is submitted. Many of these innocent-seeming collection methods are actually run by individuals and groups for the sole purpose of selling the personal information.
Websites and apps often solicit personal information, and request device access and permissions that many consumers do not question. Bad actors may also create websites and apps with misleading names or branding to imply they are affiliated with the 2025 Draft. Consumers should always refer to official event sources and retailers when registering or making purchases related to the Draft…