Free Online Educational Resources

It’s important to learn all you can about securing your private information and preventing fraud. Explore the sources below, not associated with Jefferson Bank, for valuable, in-depth, up-to-date information.

Relevant Covid-19 Information

Facts concerning financial safety, avoiding scams, and more during the coronavirus pandemic from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC).

www.fdic.gov/consumers/consumer/news/covid-19.html

Cybersecurity While Traveling

Simple tips to stay safe online when traveling. 

Cybersecurity While Traveling

Resources from Homeland Security

OnGuardOnline.gov is the federal government’s website full of information to help you be safe, secure and responsible online.

www.OnGuardOnline.gov

Important Advice from the FTC

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the nation’s consumer protection agency, works to prevent fraudulent, deceptive and unfair business practices and helps consumers spot, stop and avoid them.

www.consumer.ftc.gov/topics/privacy-identity

Stay Safe Online

Powered by the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA), this site is designed to educate and empower a digital society to use the Internet safely and securely.

https://www.staysafeonline.org/

Smartphone Security

The FCC (Federal Communication Commission) Smartphone Security Checker gives you access to 10 customized steps to secure your mobile device.

http://www.fcc.gov/smartphone-security

Tips from the United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team

An official website of the Department of Homeland Security, this invaluable tool provides information and advice on common security issues for non-technical computer users.

https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/tips

Extra Login Security

Learn how to provide your devices with an extra layer of security by strengthening logon authentication with 2-step verification.

https://stopthinkconnect.org/

Protect Your Mobile Banking

Tips from the FDIC to help you enjoy the convenience of mobile banking while keeping your activities safe and secure.

www.fdic.gov/consumers/consumer/news/october2019.html

Avoid Being Scammed

Scammers are getting more and more sophisticated. This U.S. Government site has an abundance of valuable information to help you learn about online and phone scams so you can avoid falling victim to them.

www.consumerfinance.gov/consumer-tools/fraud/

 

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