Bangalore: At a time when cyber crimes, thefts and robberies are spreading like epidemic, credit card thefts have become common with assistance from sophisticated technology. Such thefts are done by cloning personal identities of cardholders using skimming machines and spy cameras.

In more recent cases, card fraudsters are using torn credit cards to clone credit card details. Surprisingly, card thieves are getting smart with every passing day with advanced technology. But, as a cardholder, a little caution can make you smarter than such thieves. Below listed are some ways to save your card details from fraudsters.

Want to shop fast? Wait!

Most of us want to shop fast. Just one swipe, one signature and your stuffs are at your hand. When you give the card to the vendor, a smiling salesman swipes the card and gives you the receipt to sign, but beware! While swiping the card, he might swipe your account balance by cloning the card details. If you are a shopaholic and swipe your card more often, then use your credit card instead of a debit card, with small or newer vendors. It is advisable to be cautious each time you swipe your card as your gullibility can land you up in despair.

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