Cybersecurity Awareness for Everyday Internet Users in Nepal
Essential online safety rules to protect your digital wallet, social media accounts, and personal data from cyber scammers in Nepal.
Cyber crime and online financial fraud are rising at alarming rates in Nepal. Every day, people lose hard-earned savings due to simple phishing traps and social engineering.
Top 4 Cyber Threats in Nepal Right Now
- Fake Telecommunication / Bank Calls: Fraudsters impersonating bank officers asking for mobile banking OTPs.
- Facebook / WhatsApp Account Hacking: Clicking on suspicious links claiming you won a prize or parcel.
- Unverified Investment & Telegram Groups: High-return crypto and work-from-home scams targeting youth.
- Weak Passwords: Using phone numbers or birthdays across all online accounts.
The Golden Rule of Cyber Safety
Never share your OTP (One Time Password) with ANYONE, including individuals claiming to be bank employees or customer support agents.
Rabin Paudel
AI Trainer | Technology Content Creator | Digital Literacy Educator
Founder of Digital Solution and creator of Learn AI with Rabin — with 10,000+ learners trained online and 4,400+ in person, helping a combined community of 590K+ across Nepal understand AI, cybersecurity, digital banking, and government digital services in simple language.
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