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Paying by card on the internet is popular, but this also attracts the attention of fraudsters. Test your knowledge here to find out whether you can spot the most important precautions when it comes to shopping online safely.

News on card security!

People represent the biggest security vulnerability

Technology makes cashless payments safer than ever before. Scammers know this too. That’s why they rely on social engineering. By skilfully manipulating their victims, they gain access to confidential account and card details. People therefore become the main target.

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Last chance: A mammoth competition

Protect yourself against phishing and win a prize! Don’t miss Card Security's mammoth competition open until 14 October 2026. The prize is an online shopping voucher worth CHF 1,000.

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#Watchout – including when you are booking your holidays

«Confirm hotel booking» is the subject line of the email from the online platform. If you don’t stay alert, you can lose a lot of money. One click on «OK» and the scammers have got you on the hook!

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Big competition

Take part in this major Card Security Competition which closes on 14 October 2026 and, with a bit of luck, win an online voucher worth CHF 1000!

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      LINDA protects against phishing!

      Shopping with debit and credit cards is very popular, but it can also attract fraudsters. Stick to LINDA! Each of the letters of her name stand for a mnemonic that you can use to prevent card offences.

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      What to do in the event of damages?

      Have you been a victim of card fraud? Inform your financial institution or card issuer immediately. Have your card blocked and report it to the police.

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      How to recognise scams!

      Online card fraud is on the increase. Most often, fraudsters lure their victims to so-called phishing sites to steal money from them.

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      Who pays for the damages?

      In addition to liability, your due diligence obligations are also set out in your account or card contract. If you have complied with these, your financial institution will usually cover the damages.

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