Internet Safety Guide
Introduction
The importance of Internet safety in between a variety of information, personal data, and property protection is really important. Internet safety is more important for users while accessing online banking services and shopping. Internet safety is important to secure online transactions and while using digital wallets in mobiles. Especially kids, teenagers, and less computer and internet literate people cheated more on the Internet.
The importance of Internet safety in between a variety of information, personal data, and property protection is really important. Internet safety is more important for users while accessing online banking services and shopping. Internet safety is important to secure online transactions and while using digital wallets in mobiles. Especially kids, teenagers, and less computer and internet literate people cheated more on the Internet.
Tips
1. Create a strong password:
Please make sure it is at least 8-16 characters long A mixture of uppercase/lowercase/numbers/symbols If possible, make it as a nonsense phrase Do change your password frequently.
2. Enable Account Safety Lock:
On your main Habbo page, click yourself and go to “Settings”. Next, click on “Account Protection” and then click on “Turn on safety lock”. Also make sure that no one else knows the answers to the safety questions. This can secure your account from getting hacked easily.
3. Use a different email for your Habbo, Discord and other websites.
I advise you to use different emails for different platforms. For example, make one email for Habbo and another one for Discord, So when one email is compromised, the hacker won’t be able to retrieve any other information.
4. Ignore Scammer/Suspicious links
If you read messages on your Habbo DM’s such as: “You are on TOP 10 on the best dressed Habbo on (insert website)” Please refrain from clicking the link as it's all a SCAM! And they will just hack your account.
Habbo shows an alert on any gifts that you receive - reminding you each time to not go to any links that the gift message may contain
5. Enable 2FA on your accounts (2 Factor Authentication)
Turn on 2 factor authentication for all your accounts including Habbo. This adds another security layer to your account and stops people gaining access if they have guessed/know your password.
There are also other ways to protect your computer from threats non Habbo related, such as:
- Install anti-virus in your computer:
Protect your devices from getting any Malware/Trojan/Ransomware. These threats are very dangerous and they can get access information from your devices. There are various type of antivirus such as Kaspersky,Norton,etc. - Avoid connecting to public wifi:
Those networks can have access to your personal information. If you ever have to connect to public wifi, I suggest using a VPN as this will hide your information. - Avoid clicking on suspicious/non-trusted links:
There are a lot of links where the hacker would provide FAKE HC/BC/ or credits. They will ask you to fill in your Habbo details and then pick your option if you want HC or Coins These kinds of sites are NEVER trustable and DO NOT open any of these! - Use a VPN (Virtual Private Network):
A VPN is a cybersecurity tool that encrypts your internet connection to hide your location and stop others from intercepting your web traffic. A VPN ensures your internet privacy and anonymity while surfing, shopping, and banking online.
What is 2FA?
Two Factor Authentication, or 2FA, is an extra layer of protection used to ensure the security of online accounts beyond just a username and password. It helps keep your account safe by ensuring it is you that is logging in, and not someone who has guessed your password.
➧ 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼 𝗜 𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝟮𝗙𝗔 𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝗮𝗯𝗯𝗼?
To set up two-factor authentication (2FA), log in to your Habbo account through the web. In the top right corner of your screen, click on your avatar and go to ‘Settings’. From ‘Settings’, click ‘2FA’ and follow the instructions below.
⁂ 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗽𝗽
1. Scan the QR code using an authenticator app. (Eg. Google Authenticator or Microsoft Authenticator.)
2. Copy the code from the authenticator app into the authenticator code field.
Click register and you’re all set! Now, every time you log into Habbo you’ll need to enter your login details and a code from your authenticator app.
⁂ 𝗘𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
1. Tick the box next to ‘Use the same email address as my Habbo account’ or manually type in the email address you would like to use in the field provided.
2. Copy the code you’ve received in your email to the email verification field.
Click register and you’re ready to go!
Two Factor Authentication, or 2FA, is an extra layer of protection used to ensure the security of online accounts beyond just a username and password. It helps keep your account safe by ensuring it is you that is logging in, and not someone who has guessed your password.
➧ 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼 𝗜 𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝟮𝗙𝗔 𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝗮𝗯𝗯𝗼?
To set up two-factor authentication (2FA), log in to your Habbo account through the web. In the top right corner of your screen, click on your avatar and go to ‘Settings’. From ‘Settings’, click ‘2FA’ and follow the instructions below.
⁂ 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗽𝗽
1. Scan the QR code using an authenticator app. (Eg. Google Authenticator or Microsoft Authenticator.)
2. Copy the code from the authenticator app into the authenticator code field.
Click register and you’re all set! Now, every time you log into Habbo you’ll need to enter your login details and a code from your authenticator app.
⁂ 𝗘𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
1. Tick the box next to ‘Use the same email address as my Habbo account’ or manually type in the email address you would like to use in the field provided.
2. Copy the code you’ve received in your email to the email verification field.
Click register and you’re ready to go!
So how do you stay safe on the internet?
Do not give anyone your personal Habbo details or real-life details. It is VITAL that you keep your personal details private, to keep yourself safe and everyone around you.
Before giving a stranger on the internet your details, follow these three steps to ensure safety:
When should I contact someone about hackers?
If a hacker has sent you a link, as we said before just ignore, report, and remove them. If anyone starts making threats or anything you should tell someone about it.
You can contact a 1iC+ or any elective on Discord. They will always be happy to help you when you need them.
Do not give anyone your personal Habbo details or real-life details. It is VITAL that you keep your personal details private, to keep yourself safe and everyone around you.
Before giving a stranger on the internet your details, follow these three steps to ensure safety:
- STOP - pause for a minute!
- THINK - do you really trust these people? Are you certain they won’t misuse your information?
- ACT - It is your choice on what to do, but we advise to only give social media details etc. to people you VALUE and TRUST.
When should I contact someone about hackers?
If a hacker has sent you a link, as we said before just ignore, report, and remove them. If anyone starts making threats or anything you should tell someone about it.
You can contact a 1iC+ or any elective on Discord. They will always be happy to help you when you need them.
Mafia Threats
The “Crime Families” (or more commonly known as profit mafias or profit gangs) of Habbo are groups of people whose aim is to maximize profit (such as gaining credits) by any means necessary and will go to extreme lengths to achieve such goals. Such common methods include - but are not limited to - casinos, hacking, scamming, phishing, dox dropping, corporate espionage, raiding, spying/infiltration, etc. These are all examples which are illegal by the Habbo Way and illegal by real world laws in some countries.
These group of individuals can be very dangerous and it is of utmost importance that you familiarize yourself of who they are in the event one approaches you.
The “Crime Families” (or more commonly known as profit mafias or profit gangs) of Habbo are groups of people whose aim is to maximize profit (such as gaining credits) by any means necessary and will go to extreme lengths to achieve such goals. Such common methods include - but are not limited to - casinos, hacking, scamming, phishing, dox dropping, corporate espionage, raiding, spying/infiltration, etc. These are all examples which are illegal by the Habbo Way and illegal by real world laws in some countries.
These group of individuals can be very dangerous and it is of utmost importance that you familiarize yourself of who they are in the event one approaches you.
How do I identify mafia individuals?
Mafia members usually have symbols on both their motto and badges that typically have repeating exclamation marks and other odd symbols - both upside down and normal. One example looks like this: [!¡!♠!¡!] Safety Tips
If you end up making contact with a mafia member, DO NOT talk or affiliate with them. In the event that they threaten you or is seen within HIA grounds, immediately report them to a room rights member as Mafia are on BAN ON SIGHT, put them on ignore, and report them to Habbo for bullying. Threats usually include, but are not limited to:
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Even though they might be frightening and imposing, do not listen to them - no matter what they say - and report them to another elective to find help. Following what they say will put you and many others in danger as well. Under no circumstances should you ever talk, involve, or affiliate yourself with mafia as it will lead to permanent termination from HIA.
If you have any questions about the Internet Safety Guide please contact the Director General - Cybersecurity or a member of the Chief of Staff Team.