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TruMark Financial Blog
April 10, 2023

How to protect yourself from scammers

While scams are constantly evolving as new technology emerges, there are steps you can take to better protect yourself against becoming a victim.

  • Remember, financial institutions will NEVER ask for personal information via an email, text, or phone call that you did not initiate
  • Always review emails from companies to make sure that they are legitimate. As a precaution, visit the website directly instead of clicking on any links
  • Make it a habit to avoid clicking on suspicious emails or texts from anyone you do not know
  • Ensure you have virus and malware protection on all your devices – not just your computers. Most virus software now includes options to protect your smartphones and tablets
  • When donating to a charity, research it first. Then, when giving, it’s best to use a channel that leaves a paper trail, such as check, debit card, or credit card

Your security remains our top priority. We’re here to help!

Visit trumarkonline.org/fraudawareness to learn more about current scams