Online Security

Online Security

Ukrainian Selfreliance New England Federal Credit Union takes your online privacy and security very seriously. Online Banking utilizes 128-bit encryption technology that isolates your computer’s connection. This means that the information you enter and view on Online Banking cannot be viewed by others on the Internet.

While Online Banking uses advanced technological tools like this to protect you, it is also very important that you take steps to keep your personal and financial information secure when conducting transactions online:

For more computer security information, click on the following links:

  • Do not email your personal or financial information to anyone. Email is not a secure medium.
  • Keep your personal information private. Never provide personal information unless you initiated the transaction.
  • When purchasing items online, ensure that you are using a secure connection. You can usually confirm this by looking for a “secure” icon at the bottom of your Internet browser. In Microsoft’s Internet Explorer this icon appears as a locked padlock.
  • Always log off or close your browser window when you are finished with any secure online session (such as online banking).
  • Avoid using easily guessed passwords or Personal Identification Numbers. This article will help you develop a strong password. To test your password, visit Microsoft's Password Strength Test page.
  • Keep transaction receipts and compare them against your statements to detect unauthorized activity on your accounts.
  • Check your bank account often to assure that any fraudulent activity is discovered quickly. Online Banking is a great tool for helping you keep track of your transaction history.
  • Safeguard your account numbers. Always shred documents that contain your account number before you throw them away (this includes pre-approved credit card offers).
  • Review your credit report from each of the three credit reporting agencies at least once a year to verify your information.

    Equifax: (800) 685-1111
    www.equifax.com

    Experian: (888) 397-3742
    www.experian.com

    TransUnion: (800) 916-8800
    www.transunion.com
  • Keep your computers’ operating system up-to-date with the latest updates. For Windows go to Microsoft Updates, and for MAC go to Apple Downloads.
  • Install anti-virus software on your computer such as Microsoft Security Essentials for Windows and update it regularly.
  • Installing personal firewall software on your computer.
  • Install real-time spyware scanning and removal tool such as Windows Defender for Windows.

For more computer security information, click on the following links:

  • Security At Home; general computing security
  • Protect Your Computer; four steps to help you protect your computer from viruses, spyware, identity theft, and more.
  • Protect Yourself; internet safety guidelines to help protect against spam, identity theft, e-mail hoaxes, and more.
  • Protect Your Family; advice and tools to help protect your family from inappropriate content and contact, viruses, identity theft, and more.