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Stop Phishing in Its Tracks

Protect your personal information with proven security practices and phishing awareness tips.

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Email Security for Safer Banking in Southern OK

Here at Citizens Bank & Trust, we take every measure possible to secure your personal information. While we maintain strong safeguards, the best protection also comes from awareness. Understanding how phishing scams work and how to spot them can help you avoid threats before they happen.

Phishing occurs when scammers send emails, ads, or links that appear to be from trusted sources. These messages may try to trick you into revealing personal information like logins, Social Security numbers, or account security answers. Some even direct you to fraudulent websites disguised as legitimate ones.

By learning how to recognize and respond to suspicious activity, you can help keep your information safe. For more information on our full approach to online safety, visit our Cybersecurity Page.

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Recognizing Phishing Attempts

Phishing emails often look urgent or alarming, urging you to act right away. They may copy a company logo or use convincing language, but there are always red flags to look for.

Precautions to prevent phishing scams:

  • Do not open suspicious or fraudulent email messages or ads
  • Never reply to emails that demand urgent responses
  • Citizens Bank & Trust Company will never ask for personal information by email or phone call

Helpful resource: FBI – Spoofing and Phishing

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Other Safety Precautions

In addition to avoiding suspicious emails, these practices can help reduce your risk of fraud:

  • Do not send or share confidential information by email
  • Do not click links or interact with phishing messages
  • Bookmark our official website to access online banking safely
  • Always keep your computer and browser updated with the latest security patches

Helpful resources:

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