What Is Credit Card Fraud?
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Three Easy Ways to Help Protect Yourself from Fraud and Identity Theft
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Last Updated: September 24, 2025
Key Takeaways
- Regularly checking your credit report can help detect items that may point to fraud.
- Strong login practices (unique passwords and two-factor authentication) can boost account security.
- Reviewing your monthly credit card statement is one way to spot fraudulent charges.
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