Is it safe to tell someone what bank you use?

Its technically never completely safe to share bank account information. In some cases, all fraudsters need are your account and routing numbers to perpetrate banking identity theft. This means, in the wrong hands, something as basic as a blank check can compromise your financial security.

What can a scammer do with your full name?

With your personal information, scammers can:access and drain your bank account.open new bank accounts in your name and take out loans or lines of credit.take out phone plans and other contracts.purchase expensive goods in your name.steal your superannuation.gain access to your government online services.More items