: Located in the bottom-right; the check is only valid once signed by the account holder. Technical & Coded Information

: Marked "Pay to the order of"; identifies the individual or business authorized to receive the funds. bank check

: Your name and registered address (top-left). : Located in the bottom-right; the check is

: A sequential number (also found in the top-right) for tracking and record-keeping. : Located in the bottom-right

Modern checks use various physical and chemical safeguards to deter alteration or duplication: Breaking Down the Parts of a Check | Wintrust