Proactive Fraud Protection
Fraud prevention is not only about reacting after a problem happens. There are also proactive steps you can take to reduce unwanted calls, limit marketing solicitations, and tighten up how your personal information is used.
Start with smart opt-out choices
Use only trusted opt-out tools, verify the source before submitting any request, and share only the minimum information necessary to reduce unwanted contact without exposing your personal data.
Be selective when opting out online
Some emails and websites may imitate legitimate opt-out tools. Before sharing any information, make sure you are using an official source and avoid providing sensitive personal data unless it is clearly required by a trusted organization.
Helpful proactive fraud reduction tools
Reduce telemarketing calls
Register your phone number at DoNotCall.gov or call 1-888-382-1222 to add your number to the National Do Not Call Registry, which helps limit telemarketing calls after 31 days.
- Website: www.donotcall.gov
- Phone: 1-888-382-1222
- After your number has been on the registry for 31 days, telemarketers should not call
Reduce pre-approved credit and insurance offers
Use OptOutPrescreen.com to opt out of pre-approved credit and insurance offers, helping reduce the volume of unsolicited mail tied to your credit profile.
- Website: www.optoutprescreen.com
- Phone: 1-888-567-8688
- Used to reduce pre-approved credit card offers and insurance solicitations delivered by mail
Reduce email advertisements
Reduce email advertisements by using unsubscribe links in legitimate emails, avoiding interaction with suspicious messages, and limiting where you share your email address online.
- A compliant email should be labeled as an advertisement
- It should include a valid postal address for the sender
- It should include a workable opt-out link or process
- You may be asked for your email address, but not unnecessary sensitive personal information
Reduce marketing mail and catalogs
Reduce marketing mail and catalogs by registering with Catalog Choice to opt out of unwanted mailings and manage the types of offers you receive.
- Website: https://www.catalogchoice.org/
- Catalog Choice’s mission is to stop junk mail for good.
- Catalog Choice’s sends merchants your catalog opt-out request on your behalf.
- Please note that signing up for this service will not stop all of your incoming paper junk mail in one fell swoop.
Quick best practices before you opt out
Proactive fraud protection works best when members combine official opt-out tools with careful verification habits.
Need help or have questions?
If you have concerns about suspicious contact, identity risk, or unusual account activity, contact Campus Credit Union directly so our team can help you evaluate next steps.
Main line: (316) 867-4700
Toll free: (888) 978-2289
Campus Credit Union Contact Information
Main Phone: (316) 867-4700
Toll Free: (888) 978-2289
Audio Response: (316) 867-4680
Small preventive actions can help reduce fraud exposure and cut down on unnecessary solicitations.