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Online Safety

Tips to Stay Safe Online

REMEMBER: Centric FCU will never call, email or text you for your online banking user ID, password, security code, or other sensitive information. If you receive a verification link or message from someone claiming to represent Centric, please DO NOT respond or click any links. Instead, call or text us at 318-340-9656. 

Email & Account Safety

Sign up for eStatements to avoid physical mail theft.

Use verified webmail providers.

Create strong, unique passwords with numbers and symbols.

Use multifactor authentication when available.

Monitor account activity frequently.

Businesses should make sure to use dual control over any business-critical function if possible.

Device Safety

Stay up to date—keep your system, apps, and browser current.

Install antivirus software to block and remove threats.

Use a firewall program to prevent unauthorized access to your PC.

Back up data on your smartphone or tablet.

Only use security products from reputable companies.

Internet Safety

Don’t click links in suspicious emails, text messages, or direct messages.

Be careful when and how you connect to the Internet, and avoid entering sensitive information while using public wi-fi.

Don’t send money or make purchases without double-checking. Use a trusted method to verify the request.