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Keep Your QuickBooks Data Safe: Outsmart the Scammers!

Written by Garrett Thomas

Garrett Thomas, CPP, is the co-founder and COO of Guardian Protection Force, leading with expertise in security intelligence, executive protection, threat assessment, and public service.

February 19, 2025

Picture this: You’re sipping your morning coffee, checking your QuickBooks account, and BOOM—a suspicious email lands in your inbox, claiming to be from Intuit. They want your login details ASAP. 🚨RED FLAG!🚨

Scammers are getting sneakier, but lucky for you, we’ve got the ultimate guide to keeping your QuickBooks data locked down tighter than Fort Knox. Let’s break it down and make sure your business stays scam-free!

1. Intuit Will NEVER Ask for Your Password—Like, Ever 🚫🔑

If you ever get a call, email, or text asking for your QuickBooks password or a one-time passcode, hit delete, hang up, and run the other way! Intuit will never ask for this information. Scammers love to play dress-up, pretending to be Intuit employees to trick you into “verifying” your account. Don’t fall for it! If you’re ever unsure, go straight to security.intuit.com for legit security tips.

2. Fortify Your Account Like a Digital Superhero 🦸‍♂️🔐

A strong defense is your best offense. Here’s how to beef up your security and keep the cybercrooks out:

Keep your phone number updated – This makes account recovery a breeze if you ever get locked out.

Use an authenticator app – These generate secure one-time passcodes, adding an extra layer of protection.

Fill out your profile completely – Adding your name and address helps Intuit verify you if needed.

Create a unique password – If you’re using “QuickBooks123” (or worse, “password”), it’s time for an upgrade. Use something strong and never reuse passwords across sites.

Need to update your security settings? Head over to accounts.intuit.com and lock things down.

3. Got Security Concerns? Contact Intuit Directly! 📞💡

If something feels fishy, don’t ignore it! Reach out to Intuit support through their official channels. They’d rather answer your questions than see you get scammed.

Final Thoughts:

Stay Smart, Stay Secure! The internet can be a wild place, but with these simple security habits, you can keep your QuickBooks account safe from scammers.

Remember: Trust no one (except official sources). Never share your login info. Set up strong security measures. Now go forth and be the cybersecurity champion your business deserves! 🏆🔒=

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