https://dfarq.homeip.net/chip-wont-work-card/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=chip-wont-work-card David L. Farquhar on technology old and new, computer security, and more Thu, 07 Sep 2023 03:39:27 +0000 hourly 1 https://dfarq.homeip.net/chip-wont-work-card/#comment-50232 Sun, 27 Jan 2019 13:51:36 +0000 https://dfarq.homeip.net/?p=13133#comment-50232 Every once in a while I still get asked for ID when I use my debit card, it doesn’t happen often but it still does occasionally. And not mentioned here in this article there is another work around besides swiping the debit card using the magstripe. Most P.O.S. terminals are set up to do a manual entry method for debit/credit purchases however it is tedious to ask the cashier to enter in a 16 digit card number when there is a line behind you. Be prepared that if you do ask a cashier to the manual entry method, you might get a blank stare, and have to explain what you are talking about. Some cashiers will insist that it’s not an option and that is when you ask to speak to the manager on duty immediately.

]]> https://dfarq.homeip.net/chip-wont-work-card/#comment-45944 Wed, 05 Sep 2018 02:28:52 +0000 https://dfarq.homeip.net/?p=13133#comment-45944 The only problem with the first suggestion is that not all businesses allow you to swipe your card after the chip fails. That feature is something that is decided on by the individual business, and it also defeats the whole point of the chip. Most businesses will take the chance and allow you to swipe, but some aren’t willing to risk an instance of card fraud (it’s a common tactic by thieves to reprogram the magnetic stripe on another card, even a gift card), and then be liable for reimbursing the defrauded person.

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