Dads never really got why we said “YOLO” back in the day, but it is crucial they speak the language of safe digital payments. This Father’s Day, Visa shares easy-to-remember acronyms to help all fathers make smarter and safer payment decisions.
1. TAP (Trust, Avoid, Protect): Trust only verified and secure terminals, Avoid unsecure public Wi-Fi networks and Protect your funds with two-factor authentication (2FA).
2. LOCK (Learn, Observe, Check, Keep): Stay ahead of fraud by learning about emerging scams. Observe payment pages with misspelled URLs or suspicious requests to steer clear of scams. Check your transaction alerts religiously. Keep payments in control via app passwords, card control features and travel-mode settings.
3. CARE (Check, Authenticate, Review, Ensure privacy): Before online purchases, check for the padlock icon and “https://” in the URL to verify the merchant is legitimate. Authenticate payments with a fingerprint or face scan. Review bank statements each month and ensure privacy — never save card information on unreliable sites.
4. ACT Fast (Alert, Contact, Terminate Fast): When fraud strikes, alert your bank immediately and contact relevant local authorities like Cybercrime Helpline (dial 1930). Terminate access to your funds by freezing your card and preventing further loss.
This Father’s Day, give your super dad the power of smart, secure digital payments. Bonus points for the coolest dads who tap to pay!