Protect Yourself From Identity Theft

Tips to Protect Yourself From Identity Theft

Control identity theft risks when using your personal computer to conduct business online by taking the following actions.

Prevent unauthorized people from using your personal computer or personal devices
Logoff or lock your computer when leaving your workstation
Use a passcode or individual recognition to unlock your mobile device
Use password best practices like a pass phrase or two-factor authentication (get tips to make your password more secure)
If you notice suspicious activity in your accounts, report it immediately
Take advantage of your personal computer's security features
Make sure your browser uses the strongest encryption available and be aware of the encryption levels of the sites and applications you use
Use only software from reliable vendors

If you are a victim of identity theft of account fraud you should notify Fidelity Bank immediately and take the following action:

Call the fraud departments of all three credit bureaus and ask them to put a "fraud alert" on your file. This tells creditors to call you before they open any more accounts in your name. The three credit bureaus are: Equifax 1.800.525.6285, Experian 1.888.397.3742 and TransUnion 1.800.680.7289.
Contact your local police and ask them to file a report. Even if the police can't catch the identity thief, having a police report can help you in clearing up your credit records later on.
File a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Call the FTC's identity theft hotline toll-free at 1.877.IDTHEFT (438.4338). Counselors trained to help victims and take their complaints staff the hotline.
Complete the identity theft affidavit, which will assist you in reporting to many companies that a new account has been opened in your name. Obtain a copy of the identity theft affidavit by clicking here.

For more information about identity theft, please visit the links below or you may call: FTC toll-free at 1.877.IDTHEFT (438.4338).