Now that mobile banking has swept the nation, with nearly 80 percent of banking customers logging on to their personal bank accounts while on the run, it may be time for you to connect with your bank using advanced mobile technology. It’s one thing to be able to view your account balances on your smart phone, but people are looking to save more time by performing key personal finance functions from their mobile devices.

When on the road, they need and expect to have control over their financials and access to time-sensitive functions such as transferring funds between accounts. With mobile banking, you can now access on-demand services on the go and with greater flexibility in how you manage their online accounts.

Through Mobile Banking, you can:

• View account balances and transaction history
• Schedule bank transfers between accounts
• Schedule one-time bill payments to established payees
• Deposit checks using remote capture
• Send and receive money
• Receive account activity text alerts instantly
• Request real-time balance updates via text
• Locate bank branches or ATMs nearby

Easy App - Easy Download

Most banks offer a local app that has been optimized for mobile device screens. While you have access to the critical information you need, the screen remains uncluttered with intuitive workflow navigation. Transactions can be completed within just a few minutes.

These proprietary applications are designed for easy download to iPhones from the iTunes Store and Android phones from the Android Marketplace.

Text Banking

Text Banking allows you to conduct transactions using your phone’s text messaging service. It can be used from any phone that sends and receives text messages (SMS). Simply text a command to the bank’s short code, a six-digit number provided, and the bank will respond to your request in moments. With Text Banking you can request account balances and activity, credit card due dates, and ATM locations.

You can also set up text alerts to inform you when your balance is low or when a particular check has cleared. You can change your settings for any level of alerts based on balances and account activities.

Security and Mobile Banking

You may wonder about the safety of accessing your personal financial information from your mobile phone. Rest assured mobile banking is safe and secure.

Dedicated mobile phone apps include built-in security software that enables more secure connections. Because the software is provided directly by the bank, your transactions occur within the safety of its security infrastructure which requires multiple layers of authentication.

Your individual phone is linked to your accounts, so they cannot be accessed by someone else’s phone. Additionally, communication sent between the bank and your phone is encrypted to prevent unauthorized persons from intercepting your information, and the bank does not access other information on your phone, like contacts.

For additional security, you can opt in to receiving notifications of any activity in your accounts. This allows notifications to come straight to your phone via secure messaging in the event of expected or unexpected account activity.

Your bank takes your financial security seriously, so you can trust mobile banking.

For your security, you need to enroll in mobile banking and register your phone. It’s quick and easy, so sign up today to take advantage of the latest in banking technology.