What Is Shoulder Surfing?

What to do: Cover your screen or keypad when you type a password or PIN.

Shoulder surfing is when someone watches you type a password or PIN, either in person or through a camera.

How to Protect Yourself

Shield your screen or keypad whenever you type a password or PIN, whether at your desk, in public, or at a store checkout.

Be especially careful during video calls or when you’re sharing your screen. Stop sharing your screen before you type a password.