How to Stay Safe:
- Account Access & Passwords
- Create a complex password or passphrase using a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols for online banking.
- Never reuse your online banking password for other sites and/or accounts.
- Do not let web browsers remember or save your banking credentials as this is a vulnerability if your device is ever lost/stolen or if malware is downloaded.
- Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) as a second form of verification.
- Use password managers for a secure application that generates, stores, and organizes all your login credentials.
- Do not share your information such as a PIN, password, or a one-time passcode with anyone else.
- Device & Network Security
- Never check your bank account or input credentials on unsecured or public Wi-Fi networks. If necessary, turn on a trusted VPN or use your cellular data.
- Regularly update your phone, tablet, or computer operating system and antivirus software to patch security vulnerabilities.
- Always keep your devices secured with a PIN, password, or biometric lock in case they are lost or stolen.
- Avoiding Scams & Phishing
- Remember that Prosperity will never text, email, or call you asking for your password, PIN, or a one-time login code.
- Do not click on unsolicited links sent via email or text.
- Always type Prosperity’s URL directly into your browser or use our official app.
- Always ensure that Prosperity’s web address starts with https:// and look for the padlock icon in the address bar.
- Account Monitoring
- Review transactions regularly by checking your accounts a few times a week to spot any unauthorized charges immediately.
- Set up alerts so you can be instantly notified for such items as suspicious login attempts or password changes.
- Only download apps from official sources like the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
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Fraud
Recognize it. Report it. Stop it.
If you suspect your account has been compromised, please report it to us immediately. This will allow us to take appropriate steps to help prevent fraud. Individuals impacted by fraud should also contact local police and file a report about the fraud.
In addition, impacted individuals should contact Canada’s credit reporting agencies – Equifax and TransUnion - and have a fraud alert put on their credit file. This could help prevent someone else from taking out a loan or credit card in your name.
The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre also has a website which lists the most recent scams, and is full of tips to identify, prevent, and report all types of fraud.