Banking Fraud & Security
Learn more about bank fraud and security protocols, so you can help protect your sensitive information when transacting online.
Report fraud immediately.
Call 1-800-724-2440(24 hours a day, 7 days a week).
Report fraud immediately.
Call 1-800-724-2440(24 hours a day, 7 days a week).
How You Can Protect Yourself
Learn how to protect personal information from fraud and access financial security tips that can help you keep your information out of scammers' hands.
Check fraud is one of the leading types of payment related fraud, because checks can be easily stolen, especially via the mail. Technology has made it increasingly easy for criminals, either independently or in organized groups, to create realistic counterfeit and fictitious checks as well as false identification that can be used to defraud individuals and financial institutions.
Proactively keep your account safe with data monitoring technologies that recognize and alert you of suspicious activity.Make sure you are protected from fraud. A M&T Relationship Manager is available via phone, video or in person for more information.
Learn how to report, prevent and detect identiy theft along with additional steps required to repair any issues.
Using a debit card may provide more protection in keeping your money safe than carrying cash.
Learn what you can do to help protect elderly and vulnerable adults from scammers and thieves looking to steal their money.
Follow our easyprocess to change your M&T Bank online passcode.
Fraud Tips & Scams
M&T works hard to help safeguard your accounts, but here are some simple steps you can take to further secure yourinformation.
As scammers become more sophisticated, it is important to understand the signs of fraud and best security practices. Learn the most recent scams and how you can protect yourself.
Tips for Avoiding Online Fraud
Fraudsters have always been around. What’s different now is they have access to a much wider range of people they can scam. Fake products, false websites, malware, data breaches, social media scams and account hacks are just some of the tools they employ to achieve their goals.
Understanding Check Fraud and How to Protect Yourself
Check fraud is a growing concern in the banking sector. Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated in their methods, making it essential for people to be vigilant and proactive in protecting themselves. This article helps explain what check fraud is, how it occurs, and provides practical tips to help safeguard against it.
The New and the Old: What Every Business Owner Should Know About Fraud
Many business owners have questions about protecting themselves from fraud and cybercrime. The risks of these activities can cost your business time and money. They can even affect your customers and reputation.
How M&T Protects You
We are committed to helping you protect your confidential information. Learn more about what we're doing for our customers.
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Your security is one of our top priorities. That’s why M&T Debit and Credit Cards feature the enhanced security of chip technology.
Learn what protective security measures M&T has in place to help protect you from cybercriminals.
Your deposits at M&T Bank are fully insured by the FDIC up to the standardinsurance amount of $250,000.
How M&T Protects You
We are committed to helping you protect your confidential information. Learn more about what we're doing for our customers.
Sign up for M&T Alerts{{d1368*}} to get automatic updates sent to your email or mobile device, including account activity warnings and balance information.
Read about our commitment to helping protect your online and mobile experiences by offering advanced encryption, online access to security tips and more.{{d1372*}}
Your security is one of our top priorities. That’s why M&T Debit and Credit Cards feature the enhanced security of chip technology.
Learn what protective security measures M&T has in place to help protect you from cybercriminals.
Your deposits at M&T Bank are fully insured by the FDIC up to the standardinsurance amount of $250,000.
Protecting Your Organization
Protecting your company from the harmful impact of fraud is a priority, for both you and M&T. Let us keep you up to date on fraud protection best practices.
Business Fraud
Every day, small businesses are attacked by criminals using increasingly sophisticated methods to steal critical information.Learn how to recognize potential scams and take steps to keep your business secure.
Commercial Fraud
Help protect your business from fraud activity by staying on top of the most recent scams and learn how to continually protect your business.
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