ID Theft Prevention
ID Theft affects over a million Americans every year. It is important for you and your loved ones to have a proactive approach to protecting your personal confidential information.
- Use Strong Passwords
- Keep Private Documents Secure
- Don’t Share Personal information on Social Media or Over the Phone
- Monitor Your Accounts
- Use Public Wi-Fi With Caution
For More Information Visit The Federal Trade Commission.
CyberSecurity
Keeping your information secure while using the internet is a necessity in today’s ever changing cyber environment. Be aware of online scams and how to protect yourself.
How do you know if you are being scammed?
- Scammers pretend to be from an organization you know.
- Scammers say there is a problem or a prize.
- Scammers pressure you to act immediately.
- Scammers will tell you to pay in a specific way.
How do you avoid a scam?
- Block unwanted calls or filter unwanted messages
- Don’t give your personal information in response to a request you didn’t expect.Resist the pressure to act immediately.
- Never pay someone who insists you pay with a gift card, money transfer service, or by depositing a check and sending money back.
Visit the Federal Trade Commission to learn more about scams.
