How to use the Internet Safely…

Browse the Internet Safely

Simple browsing can be dangerous….malicious websites contain viruses and spyware and criminals create fake sites to steal personal information. It is vital that your computer is as secure as possible.

Tips to protect your computer:

• Install anti-virus software
• Stop spyware
• Use a firewall
• Update your anti-virus software frequently
• Get the latest updates for all software

Don’t be Fooled by Imposters

Fraud can occur when someone sends out an email that looks like it came from a financial institution or other trusted organization.

Tips to protect yourself:

• Don’t open emails from senders you don’t know
• Avoid accessing a web site from a link in an email, especially if that web site asks for personal information
• Be wary of phishing emails; these may appear to be from a bank, but are from criminals trying to lure you to a fake website to get your personal information
• Banks will never end you emails asking your disclose PIN numbers, password or other personal information
• Don’t write down your passwords or PIN’s
• Don’t include personal or sensitive data in an email
• Always make sure you are using a secure internet connection to Second Federal. Look for “https” at the beginning of the web address.