Even though credit cards have plenty of security protection, including security codes, it's important to be mindful of where you're purchasing items and to check your statements periodically. Security ...

A credit card security code is a three- or four-digit number designed to prevent fraudulent transactions. You might hear this code referred to as the Card Verification Value (CVV).

This code helps card companies verify the cardholder's identity and prevent fraudulent transactions. Understanding how billing ZIP codes work allows you to make credit card payments smoother.

Many people use QR codes every day. A VERIFY viewer asked if QR codes can “force” a credit card payment — that’s false, but there are other scams to watch for.

Many people use QR codes every day. A VERIFY viewer asked if QR codes can “force” a credit card payment — that’s false, but there are other scams to watch for.

Many people use QR codes every day. A VERIFY viewer asked if QR codes can “force” a credit card payment — that’s false, but there are other scams to watch for.

Many people use QR codes every day. A VERIFY viewer asked if QR codes can “force” a credit card payment — that’s false, but there are other scams to watch for.

Many people use QR codes every day. A VERIFY viewer asked if QR codes can “force” a credit card payment — that’s false, but there are other scams to watch for.