Investors - Protect Your Online Brokerage Accounts from Fraud

Follow these steps and keep your accounts secure A brokerage account can be a lot like a bank account. Keep your money safe from scammers and fraud. Take the time to do the following to protect yourself: Pick a “strong” password, keep it secure, and change it regularly.   Use two-step verification, if available. Use different passwords for different online accounts (i.e., brokerage, banking, retirement, or other similar financial accounts).   Avoid using public computers to access your online brokerage account.   Get the full tips on Investor.gov