Using
Credit Card Safely
Credits have grown in popularity in the recent past
necessitating card security. You will be surprised that protection tips are
just commonsense guidelines. The following simple steps are effective guide to
protect your hard earned cash from thieves on prowl.
Remember to sign the signature panel at the back of
the card as soon as it is issued. Memorize the pin code and shred the printed
code or keep it away in confidence. Maintain account number confidential. Smart
thieves can break into your account using your number only. Don’t share any
financial information in the phone or email conversation even to staff of your
bank.
Program your computer with firewall to thwart unauthorized
access and phishing information to and from your computer. Update operating and
software systems to enhance security. Install anti-virus software to detect
malware. In addition employ fraud
protection software from reputable sources to safeguard your account
information.
Whenever shopping make sure you shop in established
businesses that can be contacted for complaints. Also ensure the business has
secured HTTPS address. Read terms of use, refund policies and shipping costs
before purchase. Keep electronic receipts, business documents and emails as
evidence.
If opening online payment services, select passwords
that use a mixture lower and upper cases, numbers and or symbols for improved
security. Use different passwords for your accounts. Check account often. Subscribe
to email or mobile notifications for significant transaction amount. Swiftly report
loses of card and fraud instantly to issuer or police for action.
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