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Protect Yourself From Identity Theft
- Never provide personal financial information, including your Social Security number, account numbers or passwords over the phone or the Internet.
- Do not be intimidated by an email or caller who suggests dire consequences if you do not immediately provide or verify financial information.
- Protect your personal information. Only give out this information if you know how it will be used or shared and you have initiated the contact.
- Only provide your Social Security Number or Driver’s License number when absolutely necessary.
- Do not keep unnecessary information you do not need in your wallet or purse.
- Check your credit report at least once a year.
- Review your account statements promptly and report any discrepancies or suspicious transactions immediately.
- Shred statements, checks, credit card solicitations, charge receipts, expired cards and documents containing personal information.
- Promptly pick up delivered mail and deposit outgoing mail at a postal mailbox or the post office.
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