Security Tools & Tips
Everything you need to stay one step ahead
Suspect suspicious activity?
Install AntiVirus software
McAfee AntiVirus is free1 for 12 months to Scotia OnLine customers
Download Security software4
Rapport by Trusteer is free to all Scotia OnLine customers.
A few other things to brush up on
Identity Theft
At one time identity thieves only tried to get your information through your personal mail. Today they cover a lot more ground, including trying to tap in to the information you share via the Internet. You want to protect yourself from these guys.
Computer Security
Because Internet hackers are always looking for new ways to break in to your computer, you need to stay more than one step ahead of them. Following a few simple practices can help to keep you and your personal information out of harm’s way.
Mobile Phones
More and more we’re all managing our personal lives through our phones, from keeping in touch with friends and family to online shopping and banking. Many of the security tips that you use to protect to your computer, also apply to your phone.
Online Banking
Making sure your computer connection is secure is only part of the safety equation. You also need to ensure your personal information stays private and protected, even when you’re away from your computer.
Email fraud
Do you open every email that comes your way? You may want to think before you click. Phony emails are one way con artists try to get your personal information. Make sure you know how to tell a fake email from the real-deal.
ABM/Card Use
Protecting your card should always be top of mind. It’s important to know where your card is at all times and to make sure you take precautions at ABMs and point of sale terminals.
Computer Scams
Email and websites are just two ways con artists can prey upon people. They also use the phone and regular mail to try and gain access to your personal information. Get a refresher on some of the most common scams.
Safe Social Networking
Every time you share personal details about yourself online you run the risk of becoming a target for cyber criminals. Find out where you should draw the line when it comes to posting personal information online.
Security Guarantee
We will fully reimburse you in the unlikely event that you suffer direct financial losses due to unauthorized activity2 in your accounts through Scotia OnLine Financial Services3 or through Mobile Banking, provided you have met your security responsibilities.
For more information
If you purchase your second year subscription now, that 12-month term will commence when your complimentary 12-month subscription expires. As a Scotia OnLine customer you will receive a 45% discount on your subscription, which, after applying the discount, is currently $39.99 for a license for one PC or $59.99 for a license for three PCs. To avoid disruption to your service, your payment will be processed by McAfee 30-days before the end of the complimentary subscription period and you will receive notice from McAfee of your successful paid enrolment. If you have any questions about your subscription, or to cancel automatic enrolment, contact McAfee Customer Support at 1-866-622-3911 before the complimentary subscription expires.
"Unauthorized activity" means a transaction that was carried out in your Scotiabank account through Scotia OnLine without your permission, authorization or knowledge and where it can be established that you are a victim of fraud, theft or coercion.
"Accounts" include all accounts that are accessible through Scotia OnLine.
Clicking on the link provided will take you to a third-party web site where you can download and install Trusteer Rapport Software which is provided by Trusteer, and not The Bank of Nova Scotia. The Bank of Nova Scotia is not responsible for this web site or the Trusteer Rapport Software.