Credit Card articles

Most people assume credit card fraud is something they will hear about in the news, or even from friends and family. 

But if it happened to you, would you actually speak up? The latest data suggests most of us wouldn’t. read more >

News stories about major companies having consumer information hacked seem to be getting more common around the world. read more >

When you use a chip and PIN credit card, it’s important that you keep your PIN (personal identification number) safe. If a thief gets their hands on it, they can use your credit card for more than phone and online purchases. They can use it in person and even to withdraw cash at an ATM. read more >

In the past we’ve talked about the dangers of phishing emails and how you can identify phishing websites through their security features (or lack thereof). But sometimes you don’t even have to go that far. Phishing emails share many of the same characteristics, and knowing the warning signs can help you avoid becoming a victim of fraud. read more >

If you’ve ever been a victim of credit card fraud, you know it can be a frightening and emotional experience. Not only can you feel violated knowing someone else might have your personal account information, but you could suffer financially if you lose access to your cards when you need them most. read more >

We’ve talked about how to protect yourself from credit card fraud and some examples of it, like phishing. Now let’s look at another kind of fraudulent activity you should be aware of — credit card skimming.

We’ll start with a quick definition to help you understand what skimming is and how it differs from other types of credit card fraud. Then we’ll look at three types of skimming you should look out for. read more >