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Sometimes, a credit or debit card number can fall into the wrong hands. If someone is trying to use your Numerica card without your permission, you may receive a Fraud Text Alert.

What are Fraud Text Alerts?

Fraud Text Alerts are used to help members live well by quickly identifying potential credit and debit card fraud.  Numerica continually monitors debit and credit card transactions for signs of fraudulent activity. If a suspicious transaction is detected, members are alerted by SMS/text message.

How do I enroll in Fraud Text Alerts?

If you have provided Numerica with your mobile phone number, you are automatically enrolled and will start receiving fraud alerts by text message.

When will text messages be sent?

Text messages are sent as soon as possible between the hours of 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. PST.

What happens if there is a suspicious transaction on my card?

When our real-time fraud monitoring service detects a suspicious transaction, we may block your card immediately for your protection. If you confirm the transaction is legitimate, your card will be available for immediate use.

How will I be alerted of a suspicious transaction on my card?

Fraud text alerts are delivered by SMS/text message. If you do not respond to the first text, you will receive an additional text. If you do not respond to any of the text messages, you’ll receive a phone call to the phone number we have on file for you.

Should I respond to a fraud alert?

Yes. For your account security, it is important to respond to fraud alerts. This allows us to take immediate action to protect your account (if the charge was indeed fraudulent) or allow your account to be available for future transactions (if the transaction was authorized). If you don’t respond to any of the calls or text messages, it may disrupt your ability to make purchases with your card.

Will I be charged for Fraud Text Alerts?

No. Numerica’s card processor supports two-way text message alerts that are free to the end user. This allows you to receive and reply to fraud texts without incurring charges from your wireless carrier.

What do the SMS fraud text message look like?

Here are a few sample messages.

Alert

NumericaCU: Possible unauthorized txn on acct ending in 1234: $10.00 processed by ABC Company. If authorized reply YES, otherwise reply NO. To opt out of alerts, reply STOP.

Response to YES

NumericaCU: Thank you for confirming this activity; your account is safe for continued use. To opt out of alerts, reply STOP.

Response to NO

NumericaCU: Thank you for your reply. A fraud specialist will call you immediately to protect your account. Please answer this important call. To opt out of alerts, reply STOP.

Can I opt out of receiving fraud alert messages by text?

Yes. If you receive a fraud alert by text, please first confirm if the transaction was authorized. Next, simply respond “STOP” to the text message.

By opting out, you will continue to receive fraud alerts by phone call. Keep in mind, text message alerts are a great way to receive notification in real time when there is a suspicious transaction on your card. This allows you to take immediate action to help protect your account.

Important notice: Fraud alerts sent via SMS/text may not be delivered to you if your phone is not in range of a transmission site or if sufficient network capacity is not available at a particular time. Even within coverage, factors beyond the control of your wireless carrier may interfere with message delivery for which they are not responsible.

What if Fraud Text Alerts don’t appear to be working for me?

Fraud Text Alerts use the mobile phone number connected to your Numerica account. Have you moved recently or changed your cell number? Is it possible you listed your mobile number as a home number with Numerica? In cases like these — or if you are concerned your account has been compromised — call 800.433.1837 or stop by a branch.

What other steps can I take to avoid fraud?

Set up account alerts through Digital Banking. This will keep informed about transactions that post to your account and help draw attention to anything that looks unusual.

What else should I know about Fraud Text Alerts?

Numerica will never send you a message asking for your personal or account information. If you receive a message asking for this type of information, do not respond. Instead, contact Numerica directly by calling 800.433.1837 or stopping by a branch.