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Ensure safety of credit card

Keeping a note of card details and helpline numbers helps You must also erase the last three digits, the CVV number, on the back of your card

YOUR credit card is your cash on the go, but if not handled carefully, it can lead to complications in the future.

Losing a credit or debit card is a common thing that can happen to any one of us at some point of time. But, it is important to react immediately when you notice your card is missing.

Always keep a list of your credit cards, credit card numbers and customer care toll-free numbers handy, in case your card is stolen or lost.
Inform your credit card company/bank immediately: You should store the 24hour helpline number of the lender on your phone.
In case you haven't done that and lost your card, look up the number from sources such as a website or number search companies.

Credit card companies advise customers to report loss of card within 24 hours, but it is better to inform the lender promptly because the bank can then block your card and safeguard you from any fraudulent transactions.

In case your card is used after informing the bank, the liability of any misuse will lie with the bank. However, if the credit card is used before informing the bank, it will be considered as a transaction made by you.

Most banks send new cards within seven days from date of reporting.
Precautions: You should make a note of your card details such as card number, expiry date in a place other than the wallet where the card was kept. Bank officials will need these details to deactivate your card. If you don't have the number handy, ask the executive to help you by giving other relevant details such as full name and address.

A lot of people waste precious time in figuring out whether they have lost their card or forgotten it somewhere at home or office. To be safe, one should inform the bank as it immediately puts a freeze on all future transactions.

You must also erase the last three digits, the CVV number on the back of your card. The CVV number is required for all online and IVR transactions. You should not reveal your CVV number to anyone.

A lot of credit card companies offer insurance against loss of card, so do check with your bank and the customer care officials handling your call if you are insured or not. Even if you have an insurance against loss of a credit card, still informing your bank should be a priority because there are lots of exclusions in an insurance cover. You must not relax and depend on insurance cover to protect you from any card misuse.

Make sure you get your card back after you make a purchase (one good habit to inculcate is to leave your wallet open in your hand until you have the card back), suggest banks.

One must follow the same process for loss of debit cards as well.
 

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