How to bank safely online
 

Never login to your bank website through a link in an email, even if the email appears to have come from your bank. Type the web address in yourself.

 

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The login pages of bank websites are secured through an encryption process, so a locked padlock or unbroken key symbol should appear in your browser window when accessing your bank site. 

 

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The beginning of your bank’s internet address will change from ‘http’ to ‘https’ when a secure connection is made. 

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Be wary of any unexpected or suspicious looking pop-ups that appear during your online banking session.

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Stop and think about the process you normally go through to make a payment to someone – be suspicious if it differs from the last time you used it.

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Check the online banking security options your bank provides; some offer free anti-virus and browser security software.

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Check your bank statement regularly and contact your bank immediately if you spot any transactions that you didn’t authorise.

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When sending money via your online bank account, always double check the amount you are sending as well as the account number and sort code you are sending it to.

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Fraudsters sometimes try to trick people into making a real payment by claiming “it’s just a test”.

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Make sure has your bank has your up-to-date contact details.

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Never give anyone your login details in full either by email or over the phone – your bank will never request these in this way.

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Browsers often come with security features built in. Make sure they are activated.