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It’s a Good Practice to Notify the Bank of Upcoming Travel
March 7, 2023
Categories: Cybersecurity, Family, Seasonal
It’s a nightmare scenario. You’re out for dinner while away on vacation and give the server your debit card for payment. A couple of minutes go by, and they return to let you know your card has been declined. It’s an embarrassing situation that can easily be avoided. Peoples Bank wants you to understand the importance of travel notifications so you can use your card seamlessly while away.
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Top Cybersecurity Practices to Secure Your Cellphone
August 16, 2022
Categories: Cybersecurity
We use our mobile devices for just about everything in both our work and personal lives. We browse the internet, use apps, and email daily. It is now more important than ever for us to educate ourselves and actively take steps to ensure our cellphone is secure. Otherwise, we are making ourselves vulnerable to phishing, hacking, and leaking large amounts of valuable data.
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Cybersecurity Tips for Your Elderly Loved Ones
March 28, 2022
Categories: Cybersecurity, Family
When it comes to older individuals, cybersecurity is often overlooked. Instead of hoping for the best, it’s important to educate those who might not know how to spot cybercriminal activity. Here are some valuable reminders for your elderly loved ones:
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Pack Your Bank in Your Back Pocket on Summer Vacation
June 28, 2021
Categories: Cybersecurity, General, Personal Finances, Saving
It’s the season for vacations and we actually get to leave our homes! This year, we can do more than change our Zoom background to a sunset on the beach, and Peoples Bank of Kankakee is here to help you and your family make memories to last a lifetime. Before you hop on a plane or pack the car, learn about different digital banking services that will make your vacation a breeze.
Online Bill Pay
There’s no need to stress about paying your bills on vacation. Rather...
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How to Protect Your Social Media Accounts
February 18, 2021
Categories: Cybersecurity, General
Social media is growing and expanding each day, with nearly 3 billion people on Facebook and over 2 billion on YouTube. Platforms like these along with Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat and more require usernames and passwords, but there’s always the unfortunate chance that your account is compromised. We’re here to provide you with a few simple things you can do to protect your social media accounts.
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Unemployment Fraud
January 5, 2021
Categories: COVID-19, Cybersecurity, Personal Finances
Unemployment FraudHave you received an unemployment debit card or unemployment insurance letter, but have not filed a claim for benefits? If you answered yes, there are some important steps you need to take to report the fraud and help protect yourself.
First, be sure to notify your human resources department immediately. Then report the fraudulent claim to the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). Click here to be directed to IDES identity...
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How Do I Teach My Kids About Online Safety?
December 14, 2020
Categories: Cybersecurity, Family, General
While it may seem obvious to adults, knowing how to make safe decisions online isn’t always second nature for kids. It’s important that cybersecurity is taught before mistakes are made, and the earlier in their life it’s discussed, the better. How does a parent go about teaching online safety? Continue reading to find out.
What to Look Out ForAll of the important cybersecurity...
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Cybersecurity Tips for Small Businesses
September 14, 2020
Categories: Cybersecurity
Concerns about cyberattacks on small businesses continue to grow, and knowing how to protect your business is crucial. Because smaller businesses don’t have the same amount of security as a big businesses, they’re prime victims for cybercriminals. Keep reading to learn the best ways to keep your small business out of online danger.
Always use strong and secure passwordsThis...
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Online Safety Tips for Remote Workers
August 10, 2020
Categories: Cybersecurity, General
Whether you’ve been working from home for a while or just recently started, getting a refresher on staying safe online is always a good idea. Working remotely comes with being at risk for a cyber-attack, which can be dangerous for your private work data. Read these online security tips to ensure you’re doing what you can to keep cybercriminals away.
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Know These Safety Tips Before Shopping Online
July 22, 2020
Categories: Cybersecurity, Personal Finances
As fun and entertaining as online shopping is, there are many things to consider in terms of safety. Websites that may look real could be scams, products that look great could be knockoffs, and stores you think are reliable could take advantage of your card information. Keep reading to find out how to stay safe online while you’re shopping.
Be Wary of Free TrialsAs you’ve heard before,...
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