Hiawatha Bank & Trust takes steps to ensure your information is kept safe. We maintain physical, electronic and procedural safeguards that comply with Federal standards to guard your non-public personal information. While Hiawatha Bank & Trust continues to evaluate and implement the latest improvements in Internet security, users of the system also have responsibility of their own information. Here are some best security practices:
- Use strong passwords. Use a different unique password for each website. Try to use symbols and numbers to replace traditional letters. When using letters, use an assortment of upper and lower case.
- Make sure the website asking for your information, is the right one. Don’t go to a website using an email or text message link. To verify if the website is secure, the URL should include 's' at the beginning (https).
- Don't give out passwords or pin numbers through email, phone or text. If you have given out your password or pin number, change it immediately.
- Review and monitor your antivirus software. Make sure it is updated as often as it needs to be, to provide up to date protection.
- Always lock your computer or log off of it, when not in use.