Security Center Resources & Tools (2024)

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Avoid creating a password someone could easily guess, like the name of your favorite musician, even if it includes numbers and special characters. A stronger option is to create a password using an uncommon phrase with a mix of letters and numbers. Update your password now.

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This password example is the strongest because it’s a long, uncommon phrase with a mix of letters and numbers. The longer your password, the harder it is to crack. Be sure to create a unique password for online banking, and don’t re-use a previous password. Update your password now.

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For your password, don't use your pet’s name or anything else someone could easily guess or find on social media. A stronger option is to create a password using an uncommon phrase with a mix of letters and numbers. Update your password now.

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Although most sites beginning with https:// are safe, scammers also use https:// for phishing sites. Learn how to spot phishing.

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Although most sites beginning with https:// are safe, scammers also use https:// for phishing sites. Learn how to spot phishing.

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Scammers can falsify info, spoof numbers, and create fake websites to appear legitimate. Wells Fargo will not call or text you requesting your access code. Instead, hang up and call your bank directly to confirm the suspicious charge. Learn more about this scam.

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Never share your temporary access code with anyone. Wells Fargo will not call or text you requesting it. Instead, hang up and call your bank directly to confirm the suspicious charge. Learn more about this scam.

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Wells Fargo will send you a temporary access code only when prompted by an action that you’ve initiated, such as sending money online. Learn more about this scam.

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The safest response is to hang up. If you suspect something is wrong with your computer or believe the scammer obtained access to it, bring it to a reputable company for a malware check. See how to help avoid this scam.

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Email confirmations can be faked. Never give control of your computer to anyone who contacts you. See how to help avoid this scam.

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Never give control of your computer to anyone who contacts you. See how to help avoid this scam.

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Although you can notice a suspicious charge on your monthly statement, setting up account alerts¹ can help you spot fraud more quickly and report it. Set up account alerts.

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You can set up alerts¹ by text, email, or push notification to notify you when anyone makes a purchase or withdrawal on your accounts, so you can spot fraud quickly and report it. Set up account alerts.

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Although it’s good to check your account activity online or by phone, you could miss a suspicious transaction if you don’t do it frequently. Setting up account alerts¹ can help you spot fraud more quickly and report it. Set up account alerts.