Update May 1st 2020
Scam artists have been known to pose as financial advisors, government officials, police officers, charity workers, even family members. Their goal: to get you to give up confidential information or transfer them money.
For example, if a real Desjardins advisor calls you or sends you an email or text, they’ll never ask you to:
- Share personal or confidential information, like your social insurance number
- Answer security questions
- Provide your PIN or password
- Provide a single-use security code - This link will open in a new window. you might have been sent during the call
If you’re the one making the call, the Desjardins advisor might ask you to confirm your identity by:
- Providing a single-use security code - This link will open in a new window. sent by text or push notification
- Answering security questions
No matter what the situation, follow the 6 steps - This link will open in a new window. before clicking anything and think twice before sharing your information or agreeing to transfer money.
Desjardins sends emails, texts and notifications
We send emails and texts to share factual information. For example, you might receive a message or alert - This link will open in a new window. letting you know that your statement is available or that your credit card balance is approaching the limit.
You might also receive a text message asking you to confirm a credit card purchase or a log-in attempt to your account. These messages will only ever ask you to reply Yes or No. They’re a fast and secure way for us to communicate real information to you.
Stay alert and know what to watch out for!
To learn more
Visit desjardins.com/security - This link will open in a new window. for more information. And if you’re ever in doubt, please contact us - This link will open in a new window..
