Ghost Tapping

What is Ghost Tapping?

Imagine you have a magic card that buys things when you tap it on a special machine. That magic works because the card and the machine can “talk” when they’re really close—like whispering secrets.

Ghost Tapping is when a sneaky person uses that magic without asking you.

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How do they do it?

1. Bump-and-Scan:
   Picture someone with a secret machine hiding in their pocket. If they bump into you in a busy place, their machine can “whisper” to your card and take a little bit of money—without you even noticing.

2. Fake Seller:
   They act like they’re selling something or collecting donations.

   • They might charge way more than you agreed.
   • Or they rush you so you don’t see the real price before you tap.

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How can you stay safe?

• Use a Shield: Keep your card in a special wallet that blocks signals (called RFID protection).
• Be Alert: Don’t use tap-to-pay in crowded places and keep your card close.
• Turn on Alerts: Make sure your bank sends you a message every time money is taken.
• Check Your Money: Look at your account every day to catch sneaky charges fast