E-Alerts

When it happens, you know. Talk about a feeling of security.

New E-Alerts from Colony Bank let you know the moment something important happens in your account by instantly sending a message via text*, email, or to your Online Banking message center.

With E-Alerts you’ll always know exactly what’s happening with your money, and you can watch for suspicious activity. It’s a free service for our customers and now available.


Monitor your account activity.

A purchase with your debit card was processed.

An ATM withdrawal transaction is made.

A check clears that exceeds the set amount.


Set up your real time E-Alerts.

Messages are sent instantly using any of the delivery channels you choose:

  1. Log In: log on to Online Banking, and select Alerts.
  2. View Options: click each Category in Alert Options to view the list of available alerts.
  3. Choose Alerts: select the Alerts you want to receive for each account. Then check how you would like to receive them, and Save.

You’ll now receive a message the moment any of your alerts are triggered. It’s that simple. With E-Alerts you’ll always know exactly what’s happening with your money, and you can watch for suspicious activity.


Delivered the way you want.

Messages are sent instantly using any of the delivery channels you choose:

  • Text Messages: one of the easiest ways to receive E-Alerts is through text messages on your smartphone* or wearable device.
  • Email: receive email messages about your account activity.
  • Online Banking Message Center: view your E-Alerts every time you log on to Online Banking.

*Message and data rates may apply.