A credit card skimmer is a portable device that attaches on top or in front of a legitimate scanner. The skimmer passively records your card data when you insert your card in the real scanner. Card thieves often temporarily attach these skimmers to gas pumps or ATMs. Check out the tips below and exercise caution and pay additional attention when paying with a card at a gas pump or using an ATM to help prevent your card information from being stolen.

If you believe your card information may have been stolen, contact your bank immediately. Click here for PVB Debit Card Support Numbers.