Card-related fraudulent transactions involve unauthorized use of a cardholder’s payment information to make purchases or withdraw funds without consent. Fraud can occur with both physical cards and digital card information, posing significant risks to individuals and businesses. Understanding the types of fraud, common causes, and preventive measures is crucial to minimizing the impact of fraudulent transactions.

1. Card-Not-Present (CNP) Fraud:

- Occurs when card information is stolen and used for online, phone, or mail transactions where the physical card is not required.

- Common in e-commerce transactions where only card details are needed.

2. Card-Present Fraud:

- Involves the physical card being stolen and used for in-person transactions.

- Often occurs when a card is lost or stolen, allowing the fraudster to use it for purchases.

3. Skimming:

- Involves the illegal copying of card details using a skimming device attached to payment terminals (e.g., ATMs or point-of-sale systems).

- Fraudsters use the copied information to create counterfeit cards.

4. Phishing and Social Engineering:

- Fraudsters trick users into providing their card details through fake websites, emails, or phone calls.

- Typically disguised as legitimate requests, they aim to steal sensitive information.

5. Data Breaches:

- Occurs when large sets of cardholder data are stolen from company databases or financial institutions, usually due to a security breach.

- Fraudsters use this information to commit mass-scale fraudulent transactions.

- Weak security measures: Storing card information online or in unsecured devices increases the risk of unauthorized access.

- Public Wi-Fi usage: Conducting transactions over unsecured networks makes card details vulnerable to interception.

- Phishing attacks: Users unknowingly provide their card information to fraudulent actors through deceptive communications.

Volopay provides a secure platform for managing card transactions, but as a financial platform, it does not have control over how or where cards are used. It is the responsibility of the cardholder to ensure proper handling of their card information and take appropriate actions to prevent unauthorised use. Volopay supports its users by offering tools to freeze or cancel cards in case of suspicious activity. By understanding and implementing preventive measures, cardholders can significantly reduce the risk of falling victim to fraudulent transactions.

1. Manual Entry of Card Details:

- Avoid storing card information online especially in the browser or any websites. Ensure to turn off auto save and autofill features of your browser. Manually entering card details for each transaction adds a layer of protection.

2. Regular Monitoring:

- Cardholders should regularly monitor their account activity for any unauthorized transactions and report suspicious activity immediately.

3. Card Freezing/Blocking:

- In the event of suspected fraud, cardholders should immediately freeze/block their card to prevent further unauthorized transactions.

4. Secure Connections:

- Avoid making transactions over public Wi-Fi networks, and ensure that devices used for transactions are protected with up-to-date antivirus software.

5. Regular Card Replacement:

- Replacing cards periodically, especially after suspected breaches, reduces the risk of fraud from compromised card details.