When You’re On the Go, Protect Your Cards

You’re busy, going from one place to the next. Your check card and credit card may go everywhere with you. Because your cards are so easy to use, you’ll want to be extra sure they aren’t easy for thieves to steal! When you’re out and about, use these tips to guard your card from fraud.

Don’t display it face up. Flip your card over when you hand it to a cashier or pay a restaurant tab at the table. You never know when prying eyes or a cell phone camera could capture the number.

Cover the ATM keypad. When using your card to get cash, shield the keypad so others can’t see you enter your PIN.

Use caution at the drive-through. You may lose sight of your card at a drive-through window, allowing time for someone to get your card number. Consider using cash or purchase gift cards at places you frequently visit to use as payment instead.

DCU’s Visa^® Check Card and Credit Cards help protect you in the event of unauthorized purchases, thanks to Visa’s zero liability policy for lost and stolen cards. Learn more about DCU’s cards and safety tips at dcu.org.