Did you know that: your credit card information and — worse! — your debit card account details can be accidentally compromised by your own hand?
The second you unwittingly put your card into a machine with a skimmer attached, you’ve opened up your wallet to the dark side.
That’s why knowing how to spot a skimmer (and what telltale signs to look out for) can help you protect your money.
You also need to be aware which machines are most likely to have skimmers — and to remember which cards to use in more precarious circumstances.
Here’s how to shield your hard-earned cash from a skimmer-happy scammer.
Credit Card Skimmers – a primer for your safety