Public Wi‑Fi Security Risks for Tourists in Italian Cities

Public Wi‑Fi networks in heavily visited Italian cities such as Venice, Florence, Rome and Milan expose travelers to cyber‑criminal attacks. Unprotected hotspots can allow hackers to intercept login credentials, personal data and banking information.

Experts advise tourists to avoid unsecured networks, use a reputable VPN, rely on mobile data or a personal hotspot, verify the exact network name before connecting, refrain from making payments or entering sensitive data on public Wi‑Fi, and enable two‑factor authentication wherever possible.