Identity Theft

2024 Shred Days Smash Records While Supporting the Local Community

2024 Shred Days Smash Records While Supporting the Local Community

SESLOC’s 2024 Shred Day events break nine years of records by serving 746 visitors and shredding nearly 42,000 pounds of paper! Thanks to our members who attended the events at our San Luis Obispo, Atascadero, Arroyo Grande, Paso Robles and Santa Maria branches, plus our new Lompoc event location. In total, we recycled 133 total bins with about 21 tons of shredded paper— saving 357 trees, 147,000 gallons of water, 63 cubic yards of landfill space, and 84,000 kilowatts of electricity!

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Protect Yourself in an Evolving Digital World

Protect Yourself in an Evolving Digital World

The increasing sophistication of cybercriminals has made it more urgent than ever to stay informed. According to the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA), cyber fraud saw a significant surge during the first half of the 2020s, taking advantage of global events like the pandemic and large-scale infrastructure attacks.

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4 Scams to Look Out for This Election Season

4 Scams to Look Out for This Election Season

Election season is here, and while the candidates are contending for your vote, scammers are on the prowl, targeting your wallet and personal information. Here are four sneaky schemes you need to watch out for this election season to keep your finances and identity safe.

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QR Code Scams: Protecting Your Finances in the Digital Age

QR Code Scams: Protecting Your Finances in the Digital Age

In today’s digital world, QR codes have become a staple of convenience, allowing us to access websites, make payments and gain information with a simple scan. However, the ease of accessibility has also made QR codes a prime target for scammers looking to exploit unsuspecting users. Here you can find practical tips for identifying suspicious QR codes and learn strategies to safeguard your personal information.

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SESLOC’s 10 Steps to Protect Members with Cybersecurity

SESLOC’s 10 Steps to Protect Members with Cybersecurity

You may hear of cyberattacks throughout the news and think it may never happen to you but cyberattacks can happen to anyone and any business. Knowing the severity a cyberattack can create for members, SESLOC has and continues to improve its defenses against cybercriminals. Listed below are 10 ways that SESLOC works to provide the best protection for their members.

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Shred Days Promote Sustainability, Safeguard Against Identity Theft

Shred Days Promote Sustainability, Safeguard Against Identity Theft

Did you know that recycling one ton of paper saves 17 mature trees, 7,000 gallons of water, 3 cubic yards of landfill space, and 4,000 kilowatts of electricity? Thanks to members at this year’s SESLOC’s Shred Days at our SLO, Atascadero and Santa Maria branches, we recycled 113 total bins with 17.79 tons of shredded paper— saving 302 trees, 124,530 gallons of water, 53.37 cubic yards of landfill space, and 71,160 kilowatts of electricity!

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