Protecting Yourself Against Fraud and Scams

This is a reference page for fraud, fraud prevention, and fraud education.

New Alerts

7/22/25

Important Security Alert: Protect Your Mobile FCI App

Farm Credit Illinois has detected unauthorized versions of the FCI mobile app on unofficial, third-party app stores. These versions are not distributed by us and may pose a risk to your personal and financial information.

Risks of Unauthorized Apps:

  • Malware: May contain viruses, spyware, or ransomware.
  • Data Theft: Could expose your sensitive information to fraudsters.
  • Financial Fraud: Criminals may use stolen information for unauthorized transactions.
  • Poor Performance: Unofficial apps may not function correctly and could display excessive ads.

 

Steps to Protect Yourself:

  • Download Only from Official Sources: Use the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
  • Verify the following App Details: 
    • Developer: Farm Credit Financial Partners, Inc.
    • App Name: Farm Credit Illinois Mobile (Apple App Store) or Farm Credit Illinois (Google Play Store)
    • Ensure the Farm Credit Illinois logo is displayed on the app icon
  • If You Suspect Unauthorized Apps: Uninstall immediately, change your passwords, and monitor your accounts for suspicious activity.

 

General Online Safety Tips:

  • Be cautious of unsolicited emails or messages.
  • Keep your device's OS and security software up to date.
  • Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) on your banking accounts.

 

For any concerns or to report suspicious activity, contact our dedicated fraud department immediately.

 

Fraud can be defined as dishonestly obtaining an advantage, avoiding an obligation, or causing a loss to another party. The term “fraud” commonly includes activities such as theft, corruption, conspiracy, embezzlement, deception, bribery, and extortion. It may involve:

  • manipulation, falsification or alteration of records or documents;
  • suppression or omission of the effects of transactions from records or documents;
  • recording of transactions without substance;
  • misappropriation (theft) or willful destruction or loss of assets including cash and;
  • deliberate misapplication of accounting or other regulations or policies.

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