Misplacing your debit card used to mean stress, waiting, and a disruption to your day. That uneasy feeling of wondering “What if?” could linger longer than it should.
Today, it doesn’t have to.
With Card Guard, you’re in control the moment you need it—right from the Card Guard mobile app. No phone calls. No waiting. Just quick reassurance, exactly when life throws you a curveball.
At First Bank of Berne, we believe peace of mind should be simple and immediate. Card Guard is designed for real-life moments—when a card is misplaced, a charge looks unfamiliar, or you just want to double-check that everything is as it should be.
Even Careful People Have Moments
Life moves fast. Cards get set down. Wallets get shuffled. And sometimes you simply want peace of mind.
That doesn’t mean something is wrong.
It means you value control—and you deserve tools that let you respond instantly, without stress or second-guessing.
That’s exactly where Card Guard fits in.
Card Guard, Made Simple
🔒 Lock Your Card Instantly
With one tap in the Card Guard mobile app, you can temporarily lock your debit card.
No waiting on hold.
No unnecessary worry.
Why it matters:
Immediate control helps protect your money and gives you calm confidence right when you need it.
⚙️ Set Flexible, Smart Controls
Card Guard lets you manage how your card is used—online, in-store, or even by location.
Traveling? Shopping online more than usual?
You can adjust settings to match your life, then change them again anytime.
Why it matters:
You stay in charge without permanently limiting yourself.
🔔 Get Real-Time Alerts
Every swipe, tap, or transaction can trigger an alert, keeping you informed as activity happens.
You’re never left wondering.
Why it matters:
Awareness builds confidence—and helps you act quickly if something doesn’t look familiar.
✅ Turn It Back On When You’re Ready
Found your card under the seat or in yesterday’s jacket pocket?
Just tap to unlock it and move on with your day.
Why it matters:
Security that moves at your pace—not the other way around.
💬 A Real Customer Moment
“One customer told us, ‘I found my card under my car seat—but I’d already locked it just in case.’”
That’s control.
That’s confidence.
That’s Card Guard doing exactly what it’s meant to do—quietly, easily, and on your terms.
Part of Our Easy 8 Promise
Card Guard is one of our Easy 8 digital banking tools—eight simple features built into everyday banking to make life safer, easier, and less stressful.
We don’t believe you should have to choose between convenience and security. With the right tools in place, you can have both—without overthinking it.
Take Control—One Simple Step
Setting up Card Guard is quick and easy, and it’s there whenever you need it.
It’s not about expecting problems.
It’s about knowing you’re prepared.
Effortless. Secure. Always within reach.
That’s banking designed around your life.