So, you take out last month’s credit card statement, take a look and realize something doesn’t add up. What are all these charges from stores that you know you didn’t make? Did you even go to any of these locations? And how can this be when you still have your credit card? You may have just become a victim of a credit card scanner scam called credit card skimming. But we have a simple and cost-effective way to avoid this nightmare. Read on to find out our secret.

Credit Card Skimmers

By using a small and inconspicuous device called a skimmer, criminals can easily scan and steal your confidential information with you being none the wiser. But how do they do this? By capturing the information that is stored on your RFID chip.

RFID chips use radio waves to communicate using tiny electromagnetic fields. This means a thief could skim your wallet or passport through your pocket, luggage, bag or post, stealing all its information, without ever coming into contact with it. Although the chances aren’t as high as a typical scam, if you’re carrying or posting an object with an RFID chip, investing in a cost-effective application to protect you from this occurrence can save you a lot of stress.

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This sign indicates that the object is RFID-chipped

Without simple RFID shielding, thieves could steal your information and either use it to generate fake payments or for other scams. But, if the shield is properly constructed as per our PaperTyger RFID product range, it will block these electromagnetic fields, protecting you from RFID skimmers or hackers.

How does our RFID shield work?

At PaperTyger, our RFID product range has a multi-ply laminate that contains a security barrier to prevent RFID detection while offering light-weight, water-resistant, durability and the superior printing and converting benefits of the traditional PaperTyger line of products.

PaperTyger RFID has created the standard and number one position for RFID shielding barrier. Our product has been developed into many applications within the RFID segment, which include credit/debit sleeves, passport sleeves, envelopes, badge holders, and the preferred shielding membrane for RFID enhanced wallets, clutch bags, and luggage.