Heritage Bank branches will be closed on Monday, Oct. 13 for Columbus Day. Any transactions after business on Friday, Oct. 10 will be processed on Tuesday, Oct. 14.

Please remember that Heritage Bank and MasterCard will never ask for your full social security number over the phone or via unsecured email. If you are unsure or uneasy about any call or email you receive regarding your accounts, debit cards or credit cards, hang up and contact your bank or your the phone number on the back of your card.

We have heard about an automated phone call stating that a MasterCard has been blocked and it asks ther person on the phone to press “1” to continue. If you press …

Another monthly security tip from Shazam and ShazamSecure:

You’ve probably heard terms such as “bots,”“botnets” and “zombies” in recent news stories about data breaches and other cybersecurity risks. But what exactly are they, how do they work and what damage can they cause?

A bot, short for robot, is a type of software application or script that performs tasks on command, allowing an attacker to take complete control remotely of an affected computer. The compromised machine may also be referred to as a zombie. A collection of …

We are excited for the opportunity to provide our customers with a brand new MasterCard debit card to replace their Visa debit card. While the basic usability of the debit cards won’t change, our new MasterCard program will provide our customers with a progressive approach to debit card use.

When the new MasterCard debit card arrives, it can be activated at any time, but it can’t be used until Monday, July 21. REMEMBER TO NOT CUT UP any current Visa debit cards until July 21, 2014.

We have compiled a collection of Frequently Asked …

Is Malware a Threat to Mobile Devices?

The volume of cyberthreats to mobile computing devices continues to increase as new applications (apps) and devices proliferate.

McAfee® reports that there were more than two million new mobile malware samples in 2013. Symantec™ reports that nearly 40 percent of mobile device users have experienced mobile cybercrime in the past 12 months. Some experts estimate that nearly 10 percent of applications sold on particular platforms are malicious.

Most mobile malware gets installed when a user visits an infected website, downloads a …

AS PRINTED IN THE WEST CENTRAL TRIBUNE by David Little on May 19, 2014

WILLMAR - Discussions are taking place to determine if local lending institutions might be used for the first time to finance Willmar’s street improvements rather than using outside lending institutions.

The idea of using local banks to finance local projects isn’t entirely new. Last December, a group of local banks, led by Heritage Bank, financed a $9.1 million project at Rice Care Center. Other banks involved were North American, Lake Region, Home State …

Beginning June 9, 2014, your Image and Pass Phrase will no longer be displayed when you log in to Online Banking.

We’re making it easier for you to access your account online, while continuing to protect you and your money with our powerful, multilayered security system.

Here’s how our powerful security measures work

The access process begins with you typing in your correct User ID and Password.

Then we check the device you are using – whether it’s your computer, mobile phone or tablet. If we don’t …

As part of our continued efforts to protect you and your private information, we’ve strengthened the requirements of our online banking passwords to better protect your account from potential fraud. If your password does not meet our new requirements (8-16 characters, including at least one alpha, one numeric and one special character), please take a moment to update it.

Online Banking - Go to Options at the top of the screen and select Change Password.

Mobile Banking Users - You cannot change your password within our app. Please …

10 tips to ‘green’ your home and $ave money… brought to you by the American Bankers Association and Heritage Bank.

Location, location, location efficiency. Carefully consider the location of your home. If you’re close to work, shopping and entertainment, you may not need a car. Without a car you would save money on gas, car insurance and maintenance, not to mention reduce pollution. If you’re thinking about moving further out, try to find something near public transportation and shopping.

Light up the house, not the electric bill. …

Heritage Bank is proud to announce that the Mobile Banking App is available for your iPhone, iPad or Android device.

Now Mobile Banking is even more convenient with Mobile Banking App available in the app stores.

Mobile Banking, a version of Online Banking, is designed specifically for mobile devices. Whether you are on an AndroidTMdevice, an iPad or an iPhone, simply click on your Mobile Banking app! When you have verified your identity, you will be able to view your current balances and transactions. You can even make transfers, mobile …