Fraud is on the rise, and electronic forms of payment (like Zelle, FedNow, and external transfers) attract scammers. Protect your money and sensitive information using these tips.
Reject it, don't risk it Gateway Bank will never ask you for information through text messages or phone calls. If a message or call seems suspicious, do not respond or click links.
Consider, then click
Before clicking links or logging in, confirm the website is secure.gcbaz.com and the app name is Gateway Bank Mobile App made by Gateway Bank AZ. Look out for messages from unknown senders and misspelled names.
Stranger danger
Only send money to people you know and trust, and confirm the recipient’s contact information before sending.
Prevent the cash dash
Treat electronic transfer methods like cash. Once you authorize a payment, you likely cannot cancel or get it back. If you don’t know a person or aren’t sure you’ll get what you paid for, using your credit card may be a better option.
Block the bad guys
Make it harder for fraudsters to access your information by using two-factor authentication, strong passwords stored in a secure password manager, and private or secure WiFi networks instead of public WiFi.
Visit our website for a list of common scams and more fraud prevention tips. When in doubt, contact our team at 480-358-1000. We're here to help!
