2. Online or Wi-Fi Hot Spots

Never use your debit card for an online purchase. Once your debit card number is exposed, it is impossible to know who is handling your information. Though most of the financial institutions take major protection measures for the customers the secure their debit card information online but still the recent development in cyber crimes has paved the way for hacker and scammers to rob your bank balance. Avoid using your debit card at your favorite coffee shop or other businesses which offer you free Wi-Fi access. Many of those businesses have unsecured wireless connections, so it’s much easier for hackers to log and steal your data.

3. Restaurants

After having a fun dinner with your friends, avoid giving your debit card to a waiter/ess. Once it is in other’s hand, it will give him/her an opportunity to copy your card information, add extra charges or tips to your card. Even when the card is in site, charges can be added because s/he has the banking information. It is advisable to use cash when dining out.