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Wakota Federal's policy
is to send all official notices via regular mail and to also post
announcements on our website.
If you receive correspondence from us in any other format, be
suspicious. If you're
unsure, call us directly or check our website.
Get It In Writing
Email scams abound these days because there's no cost to send out
thousands of emails. Scam cell phone messages are also a growing
market for the same reason.
Mailing letters is expensive
and requires knowledge of your name and address -- things most
scammers don't have. So if you're unsure about a message, ask to
"get it in writing."
A Clear Head Is Your Best Defense
Most scammers play on your emotions with a urgent tone in their message.
You wouldn't normally release private financial data to a stranger,
but when your account access is threatened or easy money is
promised, people frequently fall prey and react before they think.
Don't be a victim; keep your cool!
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What is Phishing?
According to the FTC, phishing is a scam where Internet fraudsters
send spam or pop-up messages to lure personal and financial
information from unsuspecting victims.
To look more authentic, these emails contain website links or phone
numbers that lead back to the phishers. If you receive a suspicious
email, do not click on any links in the message. Instead,
call your credit union directly with questions.
Along a similar line, do not use any phone numbers included in
suspicious messages. Look up the phone number from your personal
records instead.
Visit
OnGuardOnline.gov for more tips
from the federal government to help you guard against Internet fraud
and protect your personal information.
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