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Self-Defense Against Scammers
Be wary of emails and texts that ask you to share sensitive information. Remember: If UFCU calls asking for your login details, it’s not really us. Learn to defend against scammers. -
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What Is Phishing: Understand Cyber Threats and Prevention
Many people fall victim to phishing, a crime in which attackers trick victims into giving them data or access to their accounts or their device. A little understanding can go a long way toward protecting your personal and financial data. -
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Five Ways to Protect Yourself from Tax Scams
Can you spot a tax scam? Get five tips to protect yourself from fraudulent schemes and learn about IRS impersonators, fake tax preparers, and other tax scammers. -
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For Love or Money—What to Know About Romance Scams
Romance scammers cheat thousands of people out of their money each year. They will tell you almost anything to get your money. Here’s how to outsmart scammers and avoid losing your money to a romance scam. -
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Protect Your Password from Hackers
Protecting your password requires being savvy and diligent. Use these strategies to help keep your passwords and accounts secure. -
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Protect the Elderly from Financial Scams and Abuse
They are an age-old story: financial scams of the elderly. Here’s how to protect yourself. -
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Protect Your Credit Cards
Credit card fraud is on the rise. Learn steps to prevent fraudulent charges, discover how card issuers can help, and react effectively to unauthorized purchases on your credit card. -
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ATM Safety Tips
By staying prepared, aware, and diligent, you can increase your safety while making ATM transactions. -
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How to Stop Robocalls (Know When to Say Hello)
Unwanted phone calls plague mobile and landline users alike and put you at risk for falling for a scam. Consider these tips for spotting unwanted calls and blocking them altogether. -
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Top 10 Ways to Evade Fraudsters during a Crisis
Not everyone responds to a crisis with kindness. Learn about three common scams and ten ways you can protect yourself. -
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Tips for Cybersafety, After a Disaster
Consider these tips to confidently give to relief efforts and deter fraudsters after disaster strikes. -
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What to Do If You Suspect You're a Victim of Fraud
If you suspect you’re a victim of fraud, here’s a list of five action items you can take to recover as quickly as possible. -
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Multi-Factor Authentication — What to Know
Multi-factor authentication helps ensure that only you can access your UFCU accounts through and helps protect your personal information from fraud and identify theft. -
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Three Things the IRS Will Never Do
As many people begin to get their finances in order in anticipation of tax season, fraudsters may also be at work. Avoid being misled by scammers by arming yourself with knowledge. Here are three things the IRS will never do. -
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Cybersecurity Is Everyone’s Responsibility
Learn some fundamental online security tactics you can use to help protect yourself against threats online. -
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How to Protect Yourself When Shopping Online
Learn how you can protect yourself from potential fraudsters while shopping online. -
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Six Ways to Help Keep Your Finances Secure
Keeping your personal financial information secure is extremely important. Should the worst happen, identity theft can take years to reverse. It’s best to take a proactive approach. Consider these six ways to help keep your finances secure. -
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Online Fraud Protection Tips
At UFCU, the security of your account information and your assets is a top priority. Read our helpful tips to make sure you and your information are protected.
