Keep Your Information Secure

Prevent Identity Theft

Keeping your financial information secure is more important than ever. Identity theft has become a prevalent crime with devastating effects. Protect yourself from becoming the next victim with the following steps to keep your identity safe.

Steps to Protect Your Identity

Secure Your Documents

Keep all identifying information in a secure place in your home. Never carry Social Security cards or other important documents such as passports or birth certificates in your purse or wallet.

Review Your Statements

Double-check monthly statements to ensure they match your records. Catching unfamiliar transactions early can prevent a small problem from becoming a large one.

Shred Everything

Shred all personal and financial information before discarding it. Documents with account numbers, Social Security numbers, or other sensitive data should never go in the trash intact.

Guard What You Share

Do not share account numbers or other personal financial information over the telephone or Internet unless you initiated the interaction.

Check Your Credit Report

Review your credit report annually. You are entitled to a free credit report each year from one of the three main credit reporting bureaus.

Have a Question? Your Local Bank Is Here To Help

Have questions about protecting your account or want to report suspicious activity? Contact Cypress Bank today — our team is here to help.