What can I do to protect my information and keep my devices safe?

These are some SECURITY BEST PRACTICES:

Don't use common information, create a strong password using lowercase, uppercase, number, and special characters.
Change your password every 90 days.
Use different passwords for different sites.
Don’t share or leave your login credentials accessible to others.
Don’t click on unfamiliar links or websites.
Don’t reply to unfamiliar emails requesting information.
Don’t open email attachments unless you are expecting them.
Don’t give out previous passwords via email, phone, text or mail.
Treat your Smartphone like a computer and protect it with anti-virus software.
Use the Keypad lock or phone lock function of your mobile device when not in use.
Delete text messages, emails, and other sensitive information before loaning out or selling your mobile device.
Avoid storing passwords or other sensitive information on your mobile device where it could be discovered if your device is lost or stolen.
Never disclose via text message, phone call or email your personal or financial information
- Account numbers
- Passwords
- Social Security Number
- Date of Birth
Avoid using public WiFi.
Consider your WiFi and Bluetooth connection settings (even at a trusted retailer), fraudsters can spoof the name of reputable hotspots.
Download the most recent versions of apps and keep them updated.
Keep your operating systems updated on each device.
Sign off when you are finished using the Credit Union of Denver app rather than just closing it.