Safeguard Your Finances with Our Fraud Prevention Tips

In our ongoing commitment to your financial safety, Fort Financial is dedicated to providing you with valuable insights on how to protect yourself from potential financial fraud. While fraud is a year-round challenge, being informed and vigilant can significantly reduce the risk to your financial well-being.

Keep Your Personal Information Secure:

• DO NOT share your account details, PINs, passwords, or other sensitive information with anyone.
• Be cautious while using ATMs and point-of-sale terminals to ensure that no one is observing you entering your PIN or that that card terminal has been tampered with.

Regularly Monitor Your Accounts:

• Frequently review your account statements and transactions to identify any unauthorized or suspicious activity.
• Set up account alerts through digital banking to receive notifications for transactions exceeding a certain threshold.

Use Strong Passwords:

• Create strong, unique passwords for your online banking and other financial accounts.
• Update your passwords regularly and avoid using easily guessable information such as birthdays or names.

Beware of Phishing Attempts:

• Be cautious of emails, calls, or messages requesting your personal or financial information.
• Verify the authenticity of communications by contacting us directly.
• As a reminder, we will NEVER reach out asking for sensitive or personal information and you should NEVER share your PIN, password or any authentication code with anyone, including someone from claiming to be from Fort Financial. If you suspect you have been contacted by a fraudster, please contact us at 260.432.1561, option 3 to speak with one of our Contact Center representatives.

Install Security Software:

• Keep your devices protected with up-to-date antivirus and anti-malware software.
• Regularly update your operating system and applications to patch any security vulnerabilities.

Secure Your Mobile Devices:

• Set up a password or biometric authentication on your mobile devices.
• Install security apps that enable remote tracking and wiping in case your device is lost or stolen.

Educate Yourself:

• Stay informed about the latest fraud trends and scams.
• Visit our Financial Resource Center and blog for resources on how to recognize and avoid common fraud schemes.

If you ever suspect fraudulent activity on your account, please call our Contact Center immediately at 260.432.1561. Our dedicated team is available to assist you. Remember, your security is our top priority. By adopting these practices into your financial routine, you contribute to creating a safer financial environment for yourself and others.

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