{"id":6074,"date":"2022-12-08T16:45:31","date_gmt":"2022-12-08T16:45:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vfcu.net\/?p=6074"},"modified":"2022-12-09T16:49:00","modified_gmt":"2022-12-09T16:49:00","slug":"7-harlingen-credit-union-cyber-rules","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vfcu.net\/es\/7-harlingen-credit-union-cyber-rules\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Holiday Cyber Security Rules from our Harlingen Credit Union"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\">During the holidays, it is normal to get preoccupied in the fast-pace routine, and traveling with technology makes up for a lot of boredom, and life savers in emergency situations. However, during the holiday season you also need to be aware of how to protect your devices while you shop and travel. Take note of these tips and Harlingen Credit Union services to help keep you safe during your holiday travels.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Don\u2019t forget to sign up for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vfcu.net\/holiday-skip-payment\/\"><span class=\"s1\">Holiday Skip-a-Payment<\/span><\/a> before it is too late.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Keep your devices free of any malware.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Use secure wifi and stay away from public wifi networks.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Resist the urge and stay away from unheard websites.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Monitor your accounts and check your finances for suspicious activity<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Pay wisely and use a credit card or Apple Pay instead of cash or debit.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Lock down your login and create stronger passwords for all your accounts.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li3\">Think before you click and pay attention to the emails you receive, don\u2019t open emails from unknown senders.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"p4\">Enjoy Mobile Banking on the Go<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">As a VFCU member you can enjoy shopping, traveling, and gift giving through our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vfcu.net\/savings-and-checking\/benefits-of-using-your-mobile-app\/\"><span class=\"s1\">Mobile Banking App<\/span><\/a>. Download today and become a member and gain access to:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Apple Pay accessibility<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Mobile Banking Deposits<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Online Banking and Bill Payments<\/li>\n<li class=\"li3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vfcu.net\/zelle\/\"><span class=\"s1\">Zelle<\/span><\/a> \u2013 a nationwide money transfer program<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"p4\">Use Credit Cards During the Holidays<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vfcu.net\/cards\/credit-cards\/\">Credit Cards<\/a><\/span> can be safe to use in store during the holidays, especially as you purchase large gifts. We provide three types of credit cards with comparable rates to other Harlingen banks. Applying for a credit card could not be more hassle free. Plus they require no annual or cash advance fees. Choose:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Gold Card<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Classic Card<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Platinum Card<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p4\">Afford the Holidays<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Want a simple way to afford the holidays this year? Apply for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vfcu.net\/loans\/signature-and-personal-loans\/\"><span class=\"s1\">Signature Loan online.<\/span><\/a> Enjoy low interest rates compared to other Harlingen Banks, plus:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Up to 100% financing available.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Less criteria to be applicable for signature loan.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li3\">Possible lending rates up to 48-60 months with rates as low as 11-12% APR.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"p4\">Contact our Harlingen Credit Union Today<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vfcu.net\/contact\/\">Contact our Harlingen Credit Union<\/a><\/span> branch for more information and see if you can become a member of VFCU. It\u2019s important to keep yourself cyber secure during the holidays, so take advantage of our services now and shop and travel with peace of mind.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>During the holidays, it is normal to get preoccupied in the fast-pace routine, and traveling with technology makes up for a lot of boredom, and life savers in emergency situations. However, during the holiday season you also need to be aware of how to protect your devices while you shop and travel. 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