Lock Down Cards After a Scam Payment

    Make future scam attempts easier to dispute and easier to block.

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    By Jordan Dickson · Reviewed by CSG Security Engineers

    Updated June 2026 · 1 min read

    Make future scam attempts easier to dispute and easier to block.

    What to do

      • Reissue the card and remove the old number from every saved-payment site
      • Use virtual / single-use card numbers for unfamiliar merchants
      • Turn on transaction alerts and a contactless cap
      • Prefer credit over debit for any new merchant — credit gives stronger consumer protection

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    Founder, CyberSecurityGuides

    Founder of CyberSecurityGuides, writing practical, jargon-free guides that help everyday people recover from and protect against online attacks.

    Reviewed by CSG Security Engineers

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