I gave my card number to a suspicious website. What now?
Reviewed answer
Contact your card issuer now, even if no suspicious charge has appeared.
- Lock the card in its official app if available, then call the number on the card or your statement.
- Explain what was exposed. Ask about replacing the card and disputing any fraudulent charges.
- Turn on transaction alerts and review statements for small test charges as well as larger purchases.
Get help if
Any unfamiliar charge needs prompt reporting. In the US, debit-card protections can depend on how quickly you report.