Online Banking Is Safer Than You Might Think
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Online Banking: Safer Than You Think
Summary:
Online banking is incredibly popular due to its speed, ease, and convenience. However, some people avoid it for misguided reasons. Recent insights reveal surprising truths about online banking and identity fraud.
Article:
Online banking has gained widespread appeal for being fast, easy, and convenient. Yet, some individuals remain hesitant, often for the wrong reasons.
According to the 2006 Identity Fraud Survey Report by the Council of Better Business Bureaus and Javelin Strategy & Research, the Internet is actually safer than many believe. The report shows that 90% of data breaches happen through traditional offline methods. Surprisingly, online banking can help mitigate identity theft since electronic monitoring allows for quick fraud detection.
Barry Miller, Director of Technology and Information Security at NetBank, an Internet-only bank, explains, "Online banking makes frequent financial monitoring easier. A traditional banking customer can only check their statement monthly via mail."
Online banking also reduces the paper trail?"a common source of offline theft through paper bank statements and credit card receipts. The Javelin study recommends several steps for protecting consumers from identity theft. These include switching to online versions of bills and statements, reviewing accounts weekly through online access, and using email alerts for monitoring transactions and unusual activity.
The popularity of online banking continues to rise. According to the Online Banking Report, 40 million U.S. households bank online. Feedback Research's survey indicates high customer satisfaction, with 83% of online users reporting they are "very" or "extremely" satisfied. Additionally, 79% found online transactions easy, and 77% considered them hassle-free. Nearly 10% of users banked exclusively with Internet-only banks.
In conclusion, online banking offers a safer, more efficient way to manage your finances than many might have imagined.
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