Welcome to Our Fraud Prevention Center

Keeping your money safe and your mind at ease.

Fraud is getting smarter, but so are the tools we use to stop it. At Apex Banking Company of Georgia, your security matters and we’re here to help you stay one step ahead.

On this page, you’ll find practical tips, built-in protections, and trusted resources to help you recognize scams, protect your accounts, and act quickly if something doesn’t feel right.

And if you ever have a question or concern, just give us a call. We’re here when you need us because that’s what community banking above the rest is all about.

Tools That Help You Stay Ahead

We’ve built in simple ways to help you keep a close eye on your money, right from your phone or computer.

With Apex’s debit card controls, you can:

• Lock and unlock your card anytime if it’s misplaced or you just want to be sure

• Set spending limits to help keep your budget on track

• Choose where your card works by location, merchant type, or transaction type

• Get real-time alerts for purchases, declines, and more

These tools are easy to use and built right into our mobile banking app, so you’re never out of the loop.

And behind the scenes, we’ve got your back with:

• 24/7 fraud monitoring to flag unusual activity

• Two-factor authentication to protect your account logins

• Secure messaging inside online and mobile banking for direct help from our team

Together, these features give you more control and more peace of mind.

Reminder: Apex Banking Company of Georgia will never ask for your full card number, online banking password, or PIN. If something doesn’t feel right, call us directly.

Suspect you've been scammed?

Report your experience to us immediately.

Government and Official Resources

When you need more support, start with the right sources.

If you think your identity has been stolen, or you're unsure how to report a scam, these trusted resources can help. They offer step-by-step guidance, up-to-date scam alerts, and the tools you need to take action confidently.

Federal Trade Commission (FTC):

• The FTC offers comprohensive resourcs on fraud prevention and reporting.

USA.gov:

• Provides general government information on various types of fraud and scams.

Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC):

• The FDIC offers resources on avoiding scams and fraud related to banking

IdentityTheft.gov:

• A government resource for recovering from identity theft.

Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3):

• Run by the FBI, this is a resource for reporting cybercrimes.

Georgia Bankers Association (GBA):

• The GBA offers a comprehensive list of cyber security tips and resources.