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Fraud Prevention Resources

The Farmers Bank is committed to helping protect you and your accounts. Fraud prevention resources we recommend are below:

Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC):


The FDIC Consumer Resource Center provides resources to learn about cybersecurity, tips to avoid identity theft, frauds, and scams, and how to report if you think you are a victim of a fraud or scam.
https://www.fdic.gov/resources/consumers/consumer-assistance-topics/cybersecurity.html

Indiana Adult Protective Services (IPAC):

The Adult Protective Services program was established to receive and investigate reports regarding adults within the state of Indiana who may be endangered and, as appropriate, to coordinate a proper response to protect endangered adults who are victims of abuse, neglect, or exploitation
https://www.in.gov/ipac/adult-protective-services/

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA):

Learn about cybersecurity best practices from America’s Cyber Defense Agency, CISA. CISA helps individuals and organizations communicate current cyber trends and attacks, manage cyber risks, strengthen defenses, and implement preventative measures.
https://www.cisa.gov/topics/cybersecurity-best-practices

American Bankers Association (ABA):

In 2024, scammers stole over $16 billion from people just like you. Take action to protect your money; know the signs of a scam and stay safe.
https://www.aba.com/advocacy/community-programs/consumer-resources

American Bankers Association: Banks Never Ask That
https://www.banksneveraskthat.com/

Visa Debit and Credit Cards:

Learn how Visa helps secure your cards with multiple layers of protection.
https://usa.visa.com/support/consumer/security.html

Federal Trade Commission (FTC):

Protect your community by reporting fraud, scams, and bad business practices. As the nation’s consumer protection agency, the FTC takes reports about scammers that cheat people out of money and businesses that don’t make good on their promises.
https://consumer.ftc.gov/scams
https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/small-businesses/cybersecurity/basics