Online Banking Safety:
– Your login information must be kept confidential. You must follow our specific parameters for a password and change it frequently to ensure that the information cannot be guessed or used by others.
– Be sure others are not watching you enter information on the keyboard when using the system.
– Never leave your computer unattended while logged on to the online banking system. Others may approach your computer and gain access to your account information if you walk away.
– Click Exit when you are finished using the system to properly end your session. Once a session has been ended, no further transactions can be processed until you log on to the system again.
– Close your browser when you are finished, so that others cannot view any account information displayed on your computer.
– Keep your computer free of viruses. Use virus and anti-malware protection software to routinely check for a virus on your computer. Never allow a virus to remain on your computer while accessing the online banking system.
Staying Safe on the Internet:
– Utilize the latest version of a secure internet browser.
– Report all crimes to law enforcement officials immediately.
– Avoid using free/public wifi to log into your important accounts.
– Be very cautious when providing your date of birth, social security number, your mobile phone number, or any additional personal information.
– Always check to ensure the padlock symbol is visible on websites you use before logging into the site.
– If you accidentally clicked on a suspicious link or suspect a virus/malware attack, contact your IT department (if at work), or take your computer to a security expert (if it is your home computer).
– Always check to ensure the padlock symbol is visible on websites you use before logging into the site.
– Do not click on links in unsolicited emails. Instead, browse to the website you want to visit directly.
– Do not enter your debit/credit card information in unfamiliar places or websites you are not sure are secure.
– If a pop-up occurs on your computer do not click on it or call a phone number in the pop up. Close the browser, or if unable, unplug your computer and call a technician.
Ask your teller at F & M Bank for more information on staying safe from scams or reporting Identity Theft! Call 913-795-2212 to report any suspicious activity on your accounts.