| ATM Debit Card Tips for Secure Handling |
| By Credit Federal |
Published
11/5/2009
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Be Smart with Your ATM Debit Card
Pay heed to these free ATM Debit Card Tips to prevent unauthorized use and to promote secure withdrawals.
- Always keep cards in a safe and secure place.
- Report lost or stolen cards immediately.
- Do not give out card numbers over the phone unless you initiate the call.
- Review account statements often to verify transactions.
- Consider changing the PIN ( Personal Identification Number) every six months.
- Don't use your name, birth date, or phone number for a PIN.
- Memorize your PIN, don't write it on your card, and don't share it with anyone.
- Destroy old or unused cards.
- Shop with merchants you trust.
- Always be aware of your surroundings and be careful when withdrawing funds.
- Report all crimes immediately.
- Consider taking someone with you when using an ATM after dark.
- Don't let anyone see your PIN when you enter it.
- Put away cash as soon as you complete your transaction.
- Don't count cash until you are in a private area.
- Dispose of ATM receipts securely or keep them in a safe place.
- Watch for suspicious activity around the ATM. If uncomfortable, leave. If you are in the middle of a transaction, cancel it, get your card, and leave.
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