How to Beat ATM Skimmers

Here are payments experts' tips to protect yourself from ATM skimming devices:

Pay close attention to anything that looks out of place, such as a card reader that's misaligned or not firmly attached, or that doesn't let a card enter smoothly.

Use ATMs you're familiar with so you'll be more likely to notice a change that could indicate tampering.

Stick to ATMs in secure, well-monitored locations when possible.

When typing in a PIN code, cover the keypad to thwart pinhole cameras.

Check your transactions through an online banking app, paper statement, or email and text transaction alerts to spot suspicious payments.

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