Your Security is Important to Us
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| No financial institution, including WPS Bank, will request account, card or PIN information over the phone, or via e-mail. Any time that information is requested, you should alert your financial institution of potential fraud. |
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Visit the Wisconsin's
Office of Privacy Protection, a resource center for individuals, businesses, law enforcement, and government on issues of privacy protection and identity theft
Visit the OCC website for a list of Types of Consumer Fraud
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Use this helpful advice to ensure your personal information is safe and secure.
Safeguard Your Identity
Check your credit report every 4 months.
You can get your free credit report from Equifax, Experian, & TransUnion by calling 1-877-322-8228 or online at annualcreditreport.com. It is always a good idea to monitor 3 simple things from your credit report:
- Name & Address, Former Addresses
- Verify accounts are yours
- Verify balances are accurate
Financial Reports
Monitor accounts online using a computer you trust, and report any suspicious activity
Do a Wallet Check
Photocopy everything in your wallet & place in a secure place. Do not carry your Social Security Number in your wallet.
At Home
Place personal documents in a secure place out of plain view of service people, sales persons, and visitors.
Your Mailbox
Place outgoing mail in an official mailbox. Arrange for mail pickup if you are away more than one day. Opt-out of pre-approved offers.
On The Phone
- Sign up for the Wisconsin NO CALL list to limit incoming sales calls at 1-866-966-2255 or nocall.wisconsin.gov.
- Do not give out personal information – legitimate companies will not ask for it.
- Be aware of Caller ID (Spoofing) scams.
When You Travel
Be aware of your surroundings when providing information – someone may overhear. Use a credit card or traveler’s checks whenever possible.
Shred Your Documents
Especially your monthly bills if you typically throw them away after paying them. Consider paying your bills online using your bank's online service.
Electronic and Online Purchases
Verify a Web site is secure before sharing information. Limit your time online, and close your browser when done with transactions. Use a pre-paid card or credit card, not a debit card.
More Tips
- When ordering checks, do not print your SSN, middle initial, or driver's license number on the checks.
- Avoid writing your account numbers on your checks when paying bills.
- Read privacy statements & opt-out of personal information sharing whenever possible.
- Ask questions when giving out personal information to legitimate companies.
If You Suspect Fraud
- File a Police Report.
- Request your credit report.
- Place a Fraud Alert on your accounts.
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