According to police, a credit card skimmer captures data using the card’s magnetic stripe when the card is used. That data is then downloaded and used illegally. “A credit card skimming device ...

explained that skimming occurs when scammers secretly install devices on payment terminals to capture data stored on the magnetic strips of credit or debit cards. Card skimmers have been around for ...

Fraudsters install devices over credit card readers in hopes of scanning your card information and stealing your money.

Be alert for skimming devices in tourist areas, which are popular targets. Use debit and credit cards with chip technology. In the U.S., fewer devices steal chip data than magnetic strip data.

explained that skimming occurs when scammers secretly install devices on payment terminals to capture data stored on the magnetic strips of credit or debit cards. Card skimmers have been around ...