Education Corner

The number of Americans affected by identity theft will top 30 million this year. Identity theft occurs when someone steals your personal information to establish credit…purchase items…or borrow money in your name. How can you protect yourself?

Here are some important facts, tips and reminders:

Protecting Yourself

Measures Your Bank Takes

Check List for Identity Theft Victims

For more information on the prevention of Identity Theft visit The Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) website and click on consumer protection or call 1.877.FTC.HELP (1.877.382.4357). Consumers can file identity theft reports by calling 1.877.ID THEFT (1.877.438.4338)

Using your ATM or debit card is a simple, hassle-free way to get cash, make deposits, check account balances, transfer funds, make purchases and more. To enjoy the many conveniences electronic banking offers, you should make ATM and debit card safety a priority. Here are some important safety tips.

ATM and Debit Card Safety

Walk-Up and Drive-Up ATM Safety

PIN Debit Safety

What is "phishing and "pharming"?

Tips to Avoid Phishing and Pharming Schemes