You trust your bank with your money, so you’ll want to check into the security features the bank offers. Some things to look for when assessing the security features a bank offers:

Fraud monitoring
Will the bank contact you if they detect suspicious activity on your account?

Liability protection
If your account information is stolen, will the bank cover any unauthorized transactions?

Photo feature
Does the bank have the capability to place your photo on your debit card or credit card to reduce the chances of fraud if your card is lost or stolen?

Privacy policy
What is the bank’s privacy policy and how often is it updated?

FDIC Membership
Is the bank a member of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation? If they are, then deposits you make will be insured up to $250,000.

Identity theft protection
Does the bank offer any tools that help protect your identity? Get more information on identity theft and how to protect yourself.