Card fraud explained

Keep your cards to yourself

The fraudulent use of lost or stolen credit and debit cards is a serious problem in the UK. Fraud on lost and stolen cards totalled £47.9 million 2009. (The UK Cards Association, March 2010).

Although the introduction of Chip and PIN has done much to reduce the use of stolen cards in face-to-face transactions where a PIN is required, fraudsters have increasingly turned to cardholder-not-present situations, where goods and services are purchased remotely by phone, online or by mail order.  Criminals can quickly run up large bills with a stolen or copied card. That's why it's so important to understand the risks and how to guard against them.

Get the facts from the card protection specialists

In our dedicated card fraud resource centre you will find valuable information about the different types of card fraud and how they are perpetrated. We also explain the particular risks of card fraud abroad and how to keep your cards safe on holiday, as well as outlining the new phenomenon of contactless cards and their implications for card fraud. Crucially, we offer straightforward advice on how to prevent card fraud from happening to you and describe the measures being introduced by Governments, banks and card issuers to combat card fraud on a national and global scale.

Peace of mind from the card protection professionals

If you want complete peace of mind, why not get the card protection experts on your side? With CPP's Card Protection insurance all you have to do if your cards go missing is call us once from anywhere in the word - we'll immediately cancel your cards and order replacements for you. We'll advance you emergency cash if you need it abroad and also cover things like your keys, cash and handbag.

For just £35† per year, can you afford to be without it? Find out more about CPP's Card Protection benefits.  

† Prices are inclusive of Insurance Premium Tax.