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We’ve added a new layer of security to our debit cards that is especially useful for cardholders shopping online. One-time passcodes sent to your mobile phone will help us make sure your transactions belong to you.

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What is Identity Theft?

Identity theft takes place when someone improperly uses your personal information such as social security number, credit card or bank account number. Identity theft is a crime that can happen to anyone - thieves do not discriminate. It can happen at any time, and go unnoticed for months before a person even realizes that they have become a victim of a crime.

What we are doing to protect your identity?

  • We may request a photo ID before performing any transaction.
  • We recommend that members place a password on their NAFCU account.
  • We verify your identity before giving out any financial information or performing any transactions over the phone.
  • We require a signature from the account holder before an address change can be made.
  • Our Digital Banking systems offer multiple security features to protect your account.

What do scammers do with your personal information?

  • Steal your money.
  • Open a bank account in your name and write bad checks with no intention of paying it back.
  • Change your mailing address in hopes of delaying you from noticing charges made to your accounts without your approval.
  • Get cellular services with your information, for their personal use.
  • Call and apply for credit cards using your personal information to get approved.

Ways you can protect yourself:

  • Be vigilant in monitoring your account activity through our digital app platforms. 
  • Set up account alerts or card controls through digital banking.
  • Shred anything containing personal information that you do not need to keep.
  • Do not leave your mail in the mail box overnight. When leaving town, contact the Postal Service and have then hold your mail until your arrive home.
  • Lock up important documents.
  • Put passwords on all of your bank accounts, credit cards, phone accounts, and store your passwords in a safe place.
  • Do not carry more identification on your person than necessary. 
  • Make copies of everything in your wallet or purse. That way, if they are stolen or lost, you know what you need to replace and what accounts you need to freeze.
  • Check your credit report for accuracy. Make sure that nothing is added to your report that shouldn't be there. Find out how to get a truly FREE credit report below.
  • Pay attention to your billing cycles, and follow up with the company if a bill hasn't arrived on time.
  • Before revealing your information to anyone, ask them what this information is being used for. Also, ask for your information to be kept confidential.
  • Do not give out any of your personal information on the phone or via text or email unless you initiated the contact.
  • For more information, see our Protect Myself from Fraud page!

Security Tips For Your Smartphone:

  • Install anti-virus software on your phone and make sure that you keep it updated.
  • Use a pattern lock or PIN code on your phone.
  • Avoid location "check-ins."
  • Do not store passwords on your phone.
  • Encrypt public Wi-Fi transmissions.
  • Enable remote "wiping" of data.
  • Do not access financial accounts from a free public network.
  • When getting a new app, be sure to read all of the permissions before downloading.

 

How to get a Free Credit Report:

You can order a free credit report from each of the three major credit bureaus annually by visiting annualcreditreport.com. We recommend that you order one report every four months, using a different bureau each time. If you wish to obtain your credit score, that is also available on the site for a nominal fee. You are not required to purchase your score in order to get your free credit reports.

Please note, if you order your report directly from the credit bureaus, rather than through the site listed above, you will normally be charged a fee. Likewise, be careful with other websites. They typically require you to sign up for paid services in order to get a "free" credit report. annualcreditreport.com will not charge you a fee to get your annual report.

Additional Contact Information:

  • Toll-Free Number: 877-322-8228
  • Mailing Address: Annual Credit Report Request Service, P.O. Box 105281, Atlanta, GA 30348-5281.

 

What to do if you are a victim of Identity Theft:protect your id

Call us immediately and call your creditors to protect your accounts.  Close accounts that have been hit with fraudulent charges. 

  • Lost or stolen Northland ATM or Debit Cards
    • 989-739-1401
    • After hours 888-241-2510
  • Lost or stolen Northland VISA
    • 989-739-1401
    • After hours 800-991-4961
  • Lost or stolen checks 
    • 989-739-1401
    • TeleCheck: 800-710-9898
    • Certegy, Inc: 800-437-5120
    • National Check Fraud Service: 843-571-2143
  • Lost or stolen Money Orders
    • 989-739-1401
    • After hours 800-542-3590

Report fraud at each major credit bureau:

  • Equifax: Consumer Fraud Division, P.O. Box 740256, Atlanta, GA 30374. 800-525-6285
  • TransUnion: Fraud Victim Assistance, P.O. Box 6790, Fullerton, CA 92834. 800-680-7289
  • Experian: National Consumer Assistance, P.O. Box 1017, Allen, TX 75013. 888-397-3742 
  • Report all identity theft to the local authorities. Ask the police to file a report and give you a copy; you will need this to help you clear your credit report.
  • Social Security Fraud Hotline: 800-269-0271
  • Federal Trade Commission: 1-877-IDTHEFT (438-4338)
  • Report stolen mail to your local post office.
  • For more information, visit FTC.gov
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