The first step to stop fraud is to know what to look for. Watch this short video to learn more about different types of credit card fraud. Find information on various types of fraud that can happen to you. Here are a few: Phishing: You will be contacted by email, telephone, or text message by someone posing as a legitimate source asking you to provide sensitive data such as personal information, banking and credit card details, and passwords. Smishing: What about getting a suspicious text prompting you to click on a link? That’s Smishing and clicking that link gives fraudsters an opportunity to install malware on your device. Vishing: Fraudsters use social engineering over the telephone system to gain access to private personal and financial information. Visit the American Express U.S. Security Center to learn more about protecting yourself from fraud: Video Transcript: Did you know $454 are lost to fraud every 10 seconds? Amex Presents: How To Spot Credit Card Fraud Here are some examples that will help you detect Credit Card fraud: You receive an alarming email saying your bill is past due or your account will be locked or closed unless you take action. Sounds a bit fishy? That’s because it’s phishing. Forward the email to spoof@americanexpress.com and then delete it But fraud doesn’t just happen through email. Ever gotten a call from someone asking to confirm your PIN, Verification Code or Card Security Code? Amex would never call you to ask for your private information. That’s a fraudster. Hang up and call the number on the back of your Card. What about getting a suspicious text prompting you to click on a link? That’s Smishing and clicking that link gives fraudsters an opportunity to install malware on your device. Delete the message immediately. These are only a few of the most common types of Credit Card fraud. Help stop fraud in it’s tracks by signing up for Amex’s Fraud Alerts today. »Learn More about How to Spot Fraud: Youtube Video URL »Apply for a Credit Card: https://www.americanexpress.com/us/credit-cards/ »Subscribe to the Amex YouTube Channel: http://bit.ly/SubscribeAMEX About: American Express is a global service company, providing customers with exceptional access to charge and credit cards, insights and experiences that enrich lives and build business success. Get up close to the passionate lives of rising artists, a new wave of entrepreneurs, and everyday people. Join us for everyday inspiration on the official American Express YouTube channel. More from American Express! Website: https://www.americanexpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanExpressUS Twitter: https://twitter.com/askamex Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AmericanExpress/ How to Spot Fraud | American Express