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Are online payments riskier than in-store ones? Tutorial

Are online payments truly riskier than in-store purchases? Discover the surprising realities behind payment safety in our new video! From potential scams online to hidden dangers in stores, learn how using PayPal and virtual cards can enhance your security. No method is risk-free, but knowing best practices can safeguard your transactions. Watch now!

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True.

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Like anything that goes through the internet,

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online payment can be targeted by scams,

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fake payment forms,

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or malicious sites.

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But be careful,

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it's not the payment itself that is risky,

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it's the environment in which you do it.

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By going through a secure and known site,

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online payment is completely reliable.

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In-store payments are not immune to card theft or skimming.

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True,

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it's a risk that is often forgotten.

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In a store,

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your card can be copied with a hidden device

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or even photographed while you enter your code.

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Skimming is the theft of your card data without your knowledge,

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often on tampered terminals.

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So no payment method is risk-free,

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online or not.

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Using PayPal or a virtual card makes online payments safer?

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True,

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these services add a layer of security.

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With PayPal,

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you do not give your banking information directly to the merchant site,

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and with a virtual card,

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you use a temporary number limited by time or amount.

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The less you share your real information,

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the more you reduce the risks.

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So no,

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online payment is not necessarily riskier,

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provided you do it with good practices.

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