Ensuring the security of salary cards and credit card information, which are indispensable tools of our daily lives, is a very important issue. ATMs, POS devices, the internet, etc. are just a few of the points where we use these cards.

So what are the easiest ways to protect these cards? Here are the ways to shop safely with questions and answers...

What should I pay attention to when entering my card information on the internet?

You should make sure that there is an address with the "https" extension in the address bar of the site. Additionally, there should be an "ssl" security certificate. You can protect yourself by not shopping from sites you don't trust and by not trusting companies that request card information or passwords via email.

What is the safest way to shop online?

The healthiest method you should use for online shopping is to use a "virtual card". You can spend as much as you load on your virtual card. This way, even if your card number falls into someone else's hands, it will be safe because the limit is under your control.

You can also activate the 3D payment option. This means adding an extra security step with a verification code sent to your mobile phone during the final payment process. The payment will not be completed unless you enter the code sent to your phone into the relevant form. You can contact your bank for this option.

How do I protect my password?

Your card password is like the key to your home. Therefore, you should set passwords that cannot be easily guessed. Stay away from passwords like birth dates or your team's founding date. You should not show anyone your password when entering it into ATMs and POS devices, and you should also be careful against ATM fraud (camera systems).

What is the 3D secure system?

This system, which is internationally valid by Visa and Mastercard, securely provides the flow of information between the customer, card provider bank, and merchant, which are the 3 dimensions of the online shopping world, through special passwords and keys during shopping.

The ATM is not giving my card back! What should I do?

Don't panic and definitely don't leave the ATM. First, you should call the relevant bank's call center and block the card. During this time, politely refuse help offers that may come from outside. Only bank personnel can help you with this. After you receive confirmation that your card has been blocked, you can leave the ATM.