If you’re planning on traveling during the holidays, then you may feel safe at any empty airport, but you could be a walking target. You’ll need to be aware of cyber criminals who steal personal and financial information when you log onto public wi-fi networks. Protect your banking and personal information with these tips from our credit union in Brownsville!
Go Wireless with Our Credit Union
We offer a variety of online and mobile banking services that keep you connected while traveling:
- Apple Pay for contactless shopping.
- Online Bill Pay to set payments and Pop Money to transfer money to others.
- Our Mobile Money App to manage your savings, track your loans and credit card payments, and upload checks with our mobile check deposit
Stay Cyber Secure
Traveling with a family can be a handful. Always make sure your information is secure and inaccessible. Practice these steps while traveling:
- Ensure you have a passcode to unlock your phone.
- Leave all electronic devices that you don’t need at home.
- Back up your electronic files and use stronger passwords.
- Ensure that your devices have up-to-date anti-virus software.
- Be vigilant about where you store your devices at hotels, restaurants, or cars.
Bank Mindfully Online
Spots like coffee shops may come with convenient, free wi-fi access, but cyber criminals can access your information through the network without you realizing it. Be sure to:
- Avoid making online purchases on public wi-fi networks.
- Change your passwords or PINs before traveling internationally.
- Shut off your phone’s auto-join function for public wi-fi networks.
- Update your security software and change your passwords when you return home.
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