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Learn about gift cards, prepaid cards, and smart shopping strategies
Essential safety practices every gift card holder should know
Understanding different gift card categories and their security features
Network-branded prepaid cards
Resources: Official issuer website
Mall-purchased gift cards
Resources: Card packaging details
Financial institution cards
Resources: Issuer support channels
Payment network cards
Resources: Official network resources
Store-specific cards
Resources: Retailer support pages
Various card providers
Resources: Card documentation
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This blog provides educational articles about gift card safety. We are not affiliated with any card issuer. For card-specific support, contact your issuer directly.
Understanding transaction monitoring and fraud prevention
Understanding how to protect your gift card value from theft
Understanding card terms and expiration policies
Scammers often impersonate government agencies, tech support, or businesses to trick people into buying gift cards. Never provide gift card information to unsolicited callers or emails.
Legitimate websites use HTTPS encryption and match the official issuer's domain. Be cautious of lookalike websites with slight spelling variations.
Contact the card issuer immediately using the phone number on your purchase receipt. Keep your receipt and card number in a safe place separate from the card.
Gift cards are generally safe when used on reputable websites. Always ensure the website is legitimate and uses secure connections before making purchases.
Treat gift cards like cash. Keep them secure, don't share card numbers via email or phone, and monitor your card for unauthorized use. Register cards when possible.
Scammers may tamper with cards in stores or create fake activation websites. Always purchase cards from secure displays and activate only through official channels.
Learn about keeping your gift card information secure
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