Protecting yourself against Fraud

Mission Community Bank strongly suggests that personal information not be requested or sent via e-mail. If it is necessary for information to be forwarded via e-mail then we recommend that the file is Password Protected and then the Password be provided to the recipient by a phone call.

Note: Mission Community Bank WILL NEVER request nor forward personal information via e-mail that we currently have on file such as account names or numbers, social security numbers, personal identification information.

Identity Theft Prevention

Identity theft occurs when someone uses your name, address, Social Security Number, credit card or financial account numbers, passwords and other personal financial information without your knowledge to commit fraud or other crimes.

It is important to keep your identity from being stolen by someone who can potentially harm your good name and financial well-being.  The simple fact is you can protect yourself against most forms of identity theft.  Take a few moments to learn about the steps you can take to avoid being a victim.  Click & Learn>>

Education - Knowing the risks to your identity, online and in your daily life, is the first step in protecting it

Learn how to keep your personal information safe and secure.

Be proactive – check out our information about protecting your information.

ID Theft For Business

Take steps to keep your company’s vital information secure.  Learn about how to implement sound identity theft prevention principles in your business.   Click & Learn>>

Stay Safe Online

Learn how to protect yourself and your devices from threats that can accompany online activities.  Practice good online safety habits with tips and advice at www.staysafeonline.org/stay-safe-online/

Online Identity Risk Calculator

Computing company EMC and the National Cyber Security Alliance offer a free Online Identity Risk Calculator which helps indicate your exposure to threats that can accompany online activities like banking, shopping, social networking, emailing and downloading applications.

Answer a series of ten questions to calculate a score that ranges from zero to 100, with zero suggesting the lowest risk and 100 the highest.  After each question, identity risk tips are provided to help reduce your exposure to potential online threats.