Legit or Scam? Take the “Banks Never Ask That” Quiz

It’s happened to almost everyone: your phone buzzes. You see that you’ve received a text message. But when you read it, something seems off: why is “my bank” asking me to share personal information or click on a strange-looking URL?

If that scenario is familiar, it’s because you, like millions of Americans, have been targeted by a phishing attempt. And it doesn’t just happen in your text messages; scammers will use email, webpages, apps, and even phone calls to try to trick you into handing over your sensitive information.

The American Bankers Association knows this is a big problem – so they’ve partnered with community banks like First International Bank & Trust to spread the word about phishing scams and keep our customers safe.

BanksNeverAskThat.com is a free – and fun! – resource with videos, games, and articles that can help you become your own personal fraud prevention specialist.

One of those resources is a quick quiz, challenging you to recognize various situations as either legitimate bank outreach or scams. Here’s an example:

Click the image above to take the full Banks Never Ask That quiz.

We encourage you to visit this website and become familiar with these free, helpful resources. You might even consider sharing them with a friend or loved one!

And for even more tips on staying one step ahead of scammers, visit the FIBT Education Center.