How To Safeguard Your Home From Theft During The Easter Holidays

As South Africans eagerly anticipate the Easter holidays, many are preparing for a much-needed getaway, Cape town Etc reports.

However, amidst the excitement of travel, theres a hidden threat that could put homes at risk: social media oversharing. With platforms facilitating real-time updates on travel plans, unsuspecting holidaymakers could inadvertently advertise their absence, inviting opportunistic criminals to strike.

Siyakha Masiye, spokesperson at Miway, emphasises the critical need for caution. Sharing your travel plans online may seem harmless, but it opens the door for criminals monitoring social media for signs of empty homes.

Updates about your holiday location, boarding passes, or check-ins at airports not only disclose when you're away but essentially broadcast to the world that your home is unattended, she warns.

Beyond the immediate security risks, there are implications for home insurance coverage. Masiye explains that homeowners who neglect proper precautions may find their claims challenged or outright rejected.