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Facial Recognition, Fingerprints, and Password Strategies for Better Cybersecurity
Whether you’re shopping online, checking your account balance, or sending money to a friend. Protecting that information is more important than ever, and you have two powerful tools at your fingertips to keep your accounts secure: strong password management and adding facial recognition and fingerprint settings to your login process.
What is Facial Recognition and Fingerprint Security?
You’ve probably seen it before: logging in with your fingerprint or using facial recognition to unlock your phone. Biometric security works by using something unique to you, such as your fingerprint or your face.
Here’s why it matters: passwords can sometimes be guessed or stolen, but no one can replicate your fingerprint or facial features. When you use biometrics to log in to your Lake Ridge Bank accounts, you’re adding an extra layer of protection. And as a bonus, it’s fast and convenient—no more typing passwords every time!
How to get started with facial recognition and fingerprint security
Enabling facial recognition and fingerprint security for your Lake Ridge Bank accounts is quick and simple:
Log in to the Lake Ridge Bank mobile app.
Open the Menu bar and select Settings.
Tap Authorized Device Enrollment and follow the steps to add your device.
Why Strong Passwords Still Matter
Even with the ease of facial recognition and fingerprint login, strong passwords are still important. They act as the foundation of your account’s security. The stronger your password, the harder it is for fraudsters to access your accounts.
Here are a few tips to strengthen your passwords:
- Use a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols.
- Avoid using easily guessed information like your birthday or "12345."
- Don’t reuse the same password across multiple sites.
If keeping track of passwords feels overwhelming, you can use a password manager to securely store and organize them in one place.
Combining a variety of security features can help you rest easier knowing your accounts have multiple layers of protection.
What are the key takeaways?
- Convenience: Log in faster and more easily with just a touch or a glance.
- Enhanced Security: Biometric security uses your unique traits, making it nearly impossible for fraudsters to break in.
- Peace of Mind: Strong passwords and biometrics together give you the confidence that your accounts are protected.
Your accounts hold more than just your money—they hold your goals, your plans, and your hard work. By taking a few minutes to set up proper security features and strengthen your passwords, you’re giving yourself the best protection against fraud.
If you have any questions or need help getting these features in place for your Lake Ridge Bank accounts, give us a call at (608) 223-3000 or stop into any of our convenient locations.