Preventing Identity Theft and Fraud

At Bank of Bourbonnais, we are committed to protecting your personal information as well as helping you safeguard yourself from identity theft and fraud. The information below will help you to recognize common fraud and identity theft tactics used to obtain your personal information and describe steps you can take to protect your account and personal information.

Phishing & Spoofing
Learn about fake emails and websites where someone poses as a legitimate company to obtain your personal information in order to commit fraud or other crimes.

Identity Theft
Understand the difference between identity theft and fraud and learn what you can do to protect yourself.

How to Report Fraud
Learn what you can do if you suspect identity theft or fraud involving your financial accounts.

Tips to Protect Yourself
To minimize the chances of getting caught in an online scam, follow these simple security procedures.

Credit Reports
An important step in protecting yourself from identity theft and fraud is to review your credit report at least once a year. It's easy to request a free personal credit report.