Digital Security 101

How To Quickly Identify a Scammer (Online, Phone, and Text)
Data breaches and AI have helped scammers become more convincing — but there are still common red flags that can warn you if you’re being scammed.

What To Do If Your Personal Information Has Been Compromised
Your personal information — including your email, phone number, and even SSN — can be compromised in a data breach or hack, putting you at risk of fraud.

How To Prevent Check Fraud: 6 Preemptive Steps
Check fraud occurs when scammers illegally alter, forge, or steal checks in order to withdraw money from a bank account. Read more.

What To Do If You Click on a Phishing Link
Clicking on a phishing link can transmit basic information like your location and device stats, redirect you to a fake website, or download malware.

Fake Check Scams: How To Identify Them (& What To Do)
Americans lost almost $80 million to fake check scams last year alone. Learn how to spot the signs of a fake check and what to do if you receive one.

Help—Someone Forged My Signature On a Check and Cashed It
Check forgery scams are on the rise. Here’s what to do to protect your finances and identity if someone forged your signature on a check and cashed it.

What Happens if You Unknowingly Deposit a Fake Check?
Did you unknowingly deposit a fake check? Here’s what happens next and what you can do to protect yourself.

Scammed on eBay? Here's How To Get Your Money Back
Were you scammed on eBay by a seller? Don’t panic. Here’s what you can do to get your money back and how to spot eBay scams in the future.
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How To Keep Your Kids and Teens Safe on Social Media
Social media safety for kids can be a confusing topic. Learn how to protect your children from the risks of social media and limit their screen time.

How To Identify a Fake Text Message Scam [With Examples]
Almost a quarter of all fraud cases start out as text scams. Learn how to quickly identify a fake text message scam and keep your phone (& finances) secure.

What Is Digital Security? Steps to Stay Safe Online (NEW)
The pandemic introduced us to remote socialization, school, work, and even healthcare. But have you truly mastered the art of digital security?

Here's How To Know If Your Identity Has Been Stolen
Nearly 50% of Americans have experienced identity theft. Here's how to find out if someone has stolen your identity.

25 Warning Signs of Identity Theft: How To Tell If You're a Victim
Are you worried that someone may have stolen your identity? Learn the 25 most common warning signs of identity theft and how to protect yourself today.

Change-of-Address Scams: Why Scammers Want Your Address
With just your name and address, scammers can steal your identity and commit financial fraud. Here’s how to protect yourself from a change-of-address scam.