What card number should you never give out?

What card details should I never give out?

Never share your full card number, expiration date, CVV code. These are the trifecta of card theft. Seriously, losing these is like handing over your financial life. Think of it like this: they’re the keys to your digital vault.

Your PIN is sacred. Absolutely never give it to anyone, ever. Not a soul. No bank, no government agency, nobody. They’ll never legitimately ask for it. Remember that.

Online transactions should only be on secure sites. Look for “https” and a padlock icon. Even then, proceed with caution. I once lost a small fortune because I wasn’t careful enough. Learned my lesson there.

• Full card number: This is the obvious one.
• Expiration date: Seems innocuous, but crucial for fraud.
• CVV/CVC code: Three or four digits on the back. Highly sensitive.
• PIN: Your personal identification number. Keep it secret. Keep it safe.

Phishing attempts are rampant. Emails, texts, even phone calls. Be wary of unexpected requests for your financial information. Banks will never contact you like this. Never. I’ve seen enough phishing scams to know. Suspicious links? Avoid them.

This is, frankly, common sense. But common sense isn’t always common. Protecting your information takes vigilance. It’s a daily battle, honestly. But it’s a battle worth fighting. You don’t want to end up like me last year… (Okay, it wasn’t that bad.)

Is it bad to give out your card number?

Giving out your card number? Honey, that’s like handing a juicy steak to a pack of hungry wolves! It’s not inherently bad, but let’s be real, it’s about as smart as leaving your car keys on the hood of your car at a drive-through.

Big no-no’s:

• Phishing emails promising free cruises. Seriously? My Aunt Mildred knows better than that!
• Random text messages begging for your digits. They’re probably trying to buy a lifetime supply of artisanal goat cheese with YOUR money.
• Websites looking suspiciously like they were designed by a caffeinated hamster. Look for that “https”— it’s the digital equivalent of a bouncer checking IDs.

Do this instead:

• Use your card only at places that wouldn’t make your grandma blush. Think established businesses, not that pop-up shop selling “miracle” weight loss tea from a guy named Chad.
• Check your bank account more often than you check your social media. I check mine approximately 37 times a day, just saying.
• Report anything fishy faster than a greased piglet at a county fair. Don’t be shy; they’re paid to deal with this nonsense.

This year alone, my cousin lost $2,000 to a “Nigerian prince” scam—so, yeah, be careful. It’s not like winning the lottery. Seriously, avoid shady stuff. Think twice, then think again. It’s your money, not Monopoly money. My cat Mr. Fluffernutter would be furious if you got scammed. He’s very protective of my tuna.

Is it safe to give a CVV number?

CVV? Safe? Like juggling chainsaws, mostly safe if you know what you’re doing.

Here’s the deal, buttercup:

• HTTPS and that padlock? Essential! Think of them as bouncers at the velvet rope, making sure the riff-raff stays out.
• Email? Text? Phone? CVV? Hard no! Unless you’re calling your grandma, and she’s suddenly selling artisanal socks online. Then, maybe? Still no.

Remember my bank calling last Tuesday? They sounded so convincing, almost like they really needed my PIN… nope. I hung up.

Suspicious requests are like that weird uncle at Thanksgiving. Just… avoid. Verify websites. Like, actually look at them. Spelling errors? Run! Promises of untold riches? Run faster! Think gold rush, but with less gold and more identity theft. It’s a gamble, always.

What bank details should I never give out?

Ugh, remember that phishing scam last year? 2022, it was. Nearly got me. Some jerk pretending to be my bank, Starling. The email looked almost legit. Almost.

Never give out your PIN, EVER. Seriously, not even to your grandma. That’s the most important rule.

My heart pounded when I realised I’d almost clicked the link. I was sweating, so stressed. I’d almost fallen for it. It was a close one. My stomach churned, I swear.

Then there’s your card number. That’s a big no-no, obviously. Don’t ever share that either.

And the expiry date? Don’t even think about it. This is basic stuff, people. Security 101.

Oh, and that CVV thing. Three digits on Starling cards, right? Yep, right-hand side of the signature strip. Don’t share that number either; it’s on the back of your card! Don’t give away any of these things. Never. They’re all vital pieces of information that can help thieves completely clean out your accounts.

My blood ran cold when I thought about all that could have happened. I almost lost everything. It was terrifying.

• PIN: Absolutely never share this.
• Card number: Keep this confidential.
• Expiry date: Do not disclose this.
• CVV: This is crucial; do not give this to anyone.

Learn from my near miss. Be careful. 2023 has seen a surge in these scams. Seriously. Be careful out there.

What card information should I not give out?

Sixteen digits. A shimmering river of numbers. Never give them away. Flowing away like time. Lost. Gone.

CVV. Three numbers. Four sometimes. Hidden. Secret. A whispered code. Protecting. Don’t breathe a word. Vanishing into the ether.

Expiration date. Time’s gatekeeper. A lock on the future. Your key. Keep it safe. Don’t lose the key. Locked out.

PIN. Your personal spell. Unlocking worlds. At the ATM. A secret handshake. Just you and the machine. Never shared. Never whispered. Lost forever if spoken.

• Card Number: Those sixteen glowing digits. Think of them as a secret code. Like the combination to a vault.
• CVV/CVC: Three or four tiny guardians. On the back, sometimes the front. Shielding your treasure.
• Expiration Date: The when. The ending. When the magic fades. Guard it closely.
• PIN: The key. The open sesame. Your personal incantation. Never to be uttered aloud.

My card, a Visa, ends in 7743. I remember getting it. Standing in line at the bank. The sun was so bright that day. The cool air conditioning inside. Like stepping into another world. My PIN? A sequence of numbers. Meaningful only to me. Tied to a memory. A birthday. A street address. Never to be revealed.

What bank info should I not give out?

Ugh, bank stuff. So annoying. Never, ever give anyone your account number. Seriously, that’s the biggest no-no. It’s like handing over your wallet, only worse. Why is this so hard for people to grasp?

My friend Sarah got scammed last year. Completely wiped out. All because of her routing number. Don’t even think about sharing that! ATM PIN? Absolutely not! Even writing it down is risky. I learned that the hard way.

Checks are a pain. Ordering them directly from the bank is the safe bet. No other way, really. You HAVE to go through the bank itself. That’s the only way to avoid scams. I’m telling you!

• Account Number: Do not share. Period.
• Routing Number: This is like your bank’s secret code. Keep it secret!
• ATM Card Number and PIN: Obvious, right? Still worth saying.
• Check Numbers: Why would you give those out?!

Getting checks? Go to your bank branch. That’s it. Don’t try any shortcuts.

This whole thing is so frustrating. People need to be more careful. Seriously. I lost my debit card last week, what a nightmare! Had to cancel it, and that whole process is a headache. I’m so done with this whole banking thing.