Avoid Keyloggers and Viruses in RuneScape

Do you want your account to be safe? Do you want to prevent your account from being hacked? Viruses and keyloggers can steal your Runescape account, which is never a good thing. It's important to take certain measures to keep your computer secure and safe.

Steps

  1. 'Do not download any software or program that claims to make Runescape better or enhance gameplay! This includes auto-miners, autos (macros), bots, hacks, "Runescape 3". These programs are often bundled with keyloggers/ trojan horses. Keyloggers are hidden programs that record your keystrokes on your computer and sends it to the hacker. These programs will steal your password. They are against the rules of the game and will cause your account to be banned permanently. Even though it might seem like it would be a neat program, it's best to play it safe rather than having your account stolen or banned. Many of these programs do not work, they are simply keylogger carriers.
  2. Update your Windows Version. This is probably the most important of all. Windows is known to release new security updates every 1-2 days along with updates to windows defender. Never risk your safety and get the most up-to-date version of Windows.
  3. Update your Java frequently. Old versions of Java is known for having security holes, which can allow viruses to enter your computer. It is possible to receive a virus while playing Runescape with an old version of Java. However, this virus does NOT come from Jagex, it comes from other hackers who found the security hole!
  4. Install an antivirus. Anti viruses are essential for all computers for safety and security. This will prevent your computer from getting viruses. Scan regularly with it. For free antiviruses, download Avast! antivirus, AVG antivirus, or Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE) antivirus.
  5. Install an antispyware. This is highly recommended, as some antiviruses does not find spyware. Some good programs are Webroot Spy Sweeper and Spyware Doctor. If you don't want to pay, there are free anti-spywares out there such as Microsoft Windows Defender, Lavasoft Adaware, and Spybot Search & Destroy.

Tips

  • If you are using Internet Explorer on Windows or Mac OS, switch to a more secure browser (Mozilla Firefox, Safari and Opera are good choices). Internet Explorer is known for its security holes in every single version.
  • Listen to moderators. They always have a gold crown or silver crown (for player moderators).
  • Always try to be one step ahead of the scammers - if you think it's too good to be true, check in the knowledge base.
  • If you report someone for scamming, whether it´s true or not, don't think they will be banned. Jagex can´t see what happens in the trade screen and scammers can easily appeal and have their ban deleted. However, they see unbalanced trades and the words spoken by a scammer to trick others.
  • Report anyone advertising a website, as they may contain harmful spyware/keyloggers.
  • Mods and Jagex NEVER ask Runescape members for their password and they never email you! Jagex only contacts you using in-game messaging service.
  • This should become common sense IF you read the knowledge base.
  • Player moderators have a small silver crown with a black M next to their names in the chat window. They have been appointed by Jagex to monitor the game and mute rule-breakers. They know the rules well and will usually give players advice unless they're busy reporting someone or something. However, you should not bother them with questions unless you have already checked RuneScape's Knowledge Base because it distracts them from more important things such as muting scammers. If you want to be a mod, don't ask them how but instead go to the Moderators page in the Knowledge Base.
  • Sometimes, you can encounter a scammer who has sent you an email about Runescape. They may ask you for your password, go to a hack site, or anything that seems suspicious. Do not open their attachments, it is very likely that it is a keylogger. Do not click on the links they have given you as they can be hack sites. It is known that scammers can change their email to a very trustful email such as "Andrew@jagex.com." This is FAKE, so do not interact with them in any way. Plus, you will only be contacted by Jagex via official Message Center on the Runescape website if you are chosen to be a moderator or something of the sort.

Warnings

  • Mods don't wear their crowns, they have it beside their names in public and private chat.
  • Don't type your password in chat, even in private chat. Even though a filter prevents this from being displayed, it is still foolish. Do not type your password backwards, It will show.
  • Don't go to any RuneScape related sites that look dodgy. These websites often contain keyloggers.
  • It is not recommend to click on any ads in RuneScape. Some are known to be bundled with adwares. Do not click on any ads in fansites (such as Rune , Tip.it, etc.), the staff have confirmed that some advertisements are NOT safe!

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