1. Hold on to the card for the entire transaction; you will need it to complete some simple security measures.

2. Review all of the card's security features.

3. Obtain authorization through the point-of-sale terminal.

4. Compare signatures from the back of the card to the signed sales draft.

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1. Immediately file a police report.

2. File a report with the postal service.

3. Notify the credit bureau.

4. Notify your bank and all your creditors of the crime.

5. Change your PINs and passwords immediately.

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#1 - Never give out your credit card details to people who call to sell to you.

Tip #2 - Invest in a shredder! Make sure you completely destroy your credit card receipts and bank statements before throwing them out.

Tip #3 - Make sure that you watch the waiter when he processes your bill and make sure that he knows you are watching.

Tip #4 - If possible, do not carry your credit cards in your purse or wallet. If the worst happens and your wallet is stolen, you will not lose both your credit cards and your cash.

Tip #5 - Only take the credit card that you are going to use that day - leave the others at home in a safe place.

Tip #6 - Make a list of all your credit card details and issuer contact details.

Tip #7 - Never ever sign a blank receipt.

Tip #8 - If you are buying goods online make sure that you do so via a secure site.

Tip #9 - If you move house, let your credit card issuer know the new address as soon as possible.

Tip #10 - Spam email is an increasing problem.

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1. Sign new and replacement cards immediately.

2. Destroy the old cards by cutting them into pieces and shred all old receipts and bills.

3. Don't fax your credit-card number, if possible.

4. Don't give your card number over the phone unless you have initiated the call.

5. Destroy any carbon paper if it's used as part of the credit card transaction. Somebody can grab it and forge your signature.

6. Don't respond to any "scam" e-mails requesting your credit card number.

7. Never send your credit card number in an e-mail to anyone!

8. A good option for discouraging theft is to choose a credit card that includes your photo and signature on the card.

9. If you have questions about mistakes or unauthorized items on your statement, you have the right to challenge them.

10. If your card is lost, stolen, or you suspect fraudulent use, call your company's 24-hour hotline immediately to prevent your card from being used as little as possible.

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