March is fraud prevention month and Moneris Solutions Canada has some tips to protect you from credit card fraud.
First, where possible avoid swiping your credit card, instead use your chip, its safer.
The “tap & go” feature may seem less secure, but these transactions says Moneris, are protected for up to $100 on Visa and Mastercard.
Don’t give your personal information out over email, social media or phone when you’re not 100% certain of who’s on the other end.
When entering your card information online, watch that the webpage has a URL that starts with “https” – that “s” stands for “secure.”
As well, check your receipts and statements and if you’re being charged for something you shouldn’t be call the bank immediately.