Protecting Your Credit Card in the Brick and Mortar World
How to Protect Your Credit Card Offline
We’re always talking about the steps you should take to protect your credit card online, but what about the steps you should take to protect your credit card in the brick and mortar world? Isn’t offline security just as important as online security? Follow these simple steps towards offline credit card safety and add it to your online safety regimen and you’ll be well on your way to total credit card safety.
Never Sign a Blank Charge Slip
Don’t sign a blank charge slip. Always make sure that the total amount being charged is printed clearly on the charge slip. Signing a blank charge slip is like signing a blank check and can lead to serious headaches.
Don’t Put Your Charge Number on Your Checks
Never write down your charge account number in the memo section of your checks when you’re making a payment to your credit card company. If the check winds up in the wrong hands, the person will have your checking account number, your name, your address and the account number of your credit card.
Don’t Keep All Your Cards In Your Wallet
If your wallet ever gets stolen, you’ll need to cancel all of your credit cards. However, if you only keep one or two credit cards in your wallet at any given time, you’ll only have to cancel one or two.