Can You Spot a Phishing Scam?
Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent emails, texts, and calls from scammers pretending to be their bank. In this time of increased use of digital banking, the problem is only growing worse.
In fact, the Federal Trade Commission’s report on fraud estimates that American consumers lost a staggering $10 billion to phishing scams and other fraud in 2023 — an increase of 13.6% over 2022!
Scams aren’t so scary when you know what to look for. At First United Bank & Trust, we’re committed to helping you spot them as an extra layer of protection for your account. We want every bank customer to become a pro at spotting a phishing scam — and stop bank impostors in their tracks.
It starts with these four words: Banks Never Ask That
When you know what sounds suspicious, you’ll be less likely to be fooled. Visit www.BanksNeverAskThat.com for tips on keeping phishing criminals at bay through videos, an interactive quiz, and more!
