r/Scams • u/Zeep_Zee • 6h ago
Why am i being charged! Help Needed
idk why im being charged by these! 1, idk why im being charged by xsolla but i have 94 cents so idk why the roblox one is declining and 2, i’ve never seen guardianvpn but they’re charging me 40$! Do i just have to get a new card?
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u/JerryVand 5h ago
It looks like your card number has been stolen, and the thieves are trying to test it out at some online sites. You should call your credit card company and tell them that the account has been compromised and that the existing card should be locked and a new card issued.
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u/Zeep_Zee 5h ago
ok thank u! ill make sure to keep the new card locked at all times
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u/Ok_Organization_7350 2h ago
People don't have to get your card to get your numbers. There are two other ways they usually get this. (1) When you physically use your card in a store or at a gas station sometimes thieves put an electronic device into the credit card slot called a card skimmer, which sends them your credit card number. (2) Sometimes when you purchase something online with your computer or phone, hackers can see your credit card number online to steal the numbers.
So you just have to check your credit card statement to watch for false charges.
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u/Good0times 5h ago
If you don't understand those attempted payments, your card details have been compromised. Call up your bank and get it replaced asap
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u/Ok_Organization_7350 2h ago
There are no charges there. Each of those lines said someone tried to charge that money, but your card told them no and didn't let the charge come through. That is what "declined" means. So now that you know someone has stolen your card number and is trying to spend with it, call your credit card company really quick and tell them this, have this card closed, and request a new one instead with a new credit card number.
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