97% of identity theft attempts target passwords*
Are you at risk?
Attempts at fraud and identity theft are on the rise. And in most cases, passwords are the entry point.
The good news? You can take a few simple steps to seriously reduce the risks.
Why are your passwords so important?
Your passwords prevent access to your personal and financial information. If they’re weak, used multiple times or compromised, they become an easy target for people with bad intentions.
Protect your personal information more effectively
Fraud attempts are getting more sophisticated:
- Never give out your login details, passwords or security codes, not even to friends or family.
- Use strong, unique passwords for each of your accounts (email, financial sites, social networks, etc.).
- Use a password manager to store and generate complex passwords.
Stay alert to suspicious messages
Cybercrime is becoming increasingly sophisticated. Your vigilance is more necessary than ever:
- Be wary of any email, text or call that asks you to click a link, open an attachment or share personal details.
- Even if a message looks legitimate or urgent, take a moment to double check.
- If a message looks like it’s from iA Financial Group, don’t respond directly. Reach out to us directly to confirm it’s genuine.
Important reminder: We will never contact you to ask for your password or any other sensitive information.
Check your account regularly in My Client Space
A quick review adds an extra layer of protection:
- Check your claims and reimbursement history, as well as your balances, transactions and statements, to spot anything out of the ordinary.
- Make sure your personal information and banking details are accurate.
- If you have any doubts or notice anything unusual, contact us right away.
Vigilance is your best defence
By adopting these practices, you directly help protect your personal information and your peace of mind.
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