Here are some best practices for keeping your online banking password safe:

🔑 Creating a Strong Password

  • Length matters: At least 12–16 characters.

  • Mix it up: Use uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols.

  • Avoid obvious choices: Don’t use names, birthdays, or simple sequences (e.g., 123456 or Password!).

  • Unique per account: Never reuse your banking password for email, shopping, or social media.

🛡️ Protecting Your Password

  • Don’t share it: Even with friends or family. Banks will never ask you for your password by phone or email.

  • Change it if compromised: Update immediately if you suspect phishing or data breach.

🌐 Safe Online Habits

  • Verify the site: Always type your bank’s web address directly; avoid links from emails or texts.

  • Look for HTTPS: Ensure the website shows the padlock icon in your browser.

  • Secure your devices: Keep antivirus and operating system updates current.

  • Avoid public Wi-Fi: Use mobile data or a VPN for banking instead.

🚨 Signs of Trouble

  • Unexpected password reset emails.

  • Unauthorized transactions.

  • Being locked out of your account.

👉 If any of these happen, contact your closest branch immediately.

Albia Branch at 641-932-2144, Bloomfield Branch at 641-664-1362, Cantril at 319-397-2401, Eddyville at 641-969-4545 or Keosauqua Branch at 319-293-3794.