We all withdraw money from ATMs from time to time, but sometimes you also get cheated through ATMs. People who are looking to steal your hard-earned money in a blink of an eye, steal money through ATMs in different ways. So there are 8 such things by following which you can save your hard-earned money.

Withdrawing money from ATM

In today's time, when there is a need for cash, everyone takes the help of ATM. ATM has made our lives easy, but at the same time, it has also increased the risk of fraud. Yes, people who commit fraud through ATMs are inventing new ways every day to steal your hard-earned money. But don't worry, we will give you some such 'smart tips', by adopting which you can easily defeat these 'cyber thieves'.

1: 'Reconnaissance of the surroundings' is necessary before entering the ATM!

As soon as you enter the ATM cabin to withdraw money, always look around. See if any suspicious person is staring at you or keeping an eye on your PIN. Also, if the cabin is in a deserted place or looks broken, then avoid withdrawing money from there.

2: Check the slot before inserting the card

Before inserting the card to withdraw money, look at the card slot carefully. If it seems loose or any separate device is seen stuck on it, be alert because it could be a 'card skimmer' that can steal the debit card information.

3: Be 'extra alert' while entering the PIN

Whenever you are entering the PIN in the ATM, you should also keep an eye on the keypad. Sometimes scammers put a fake keypad on top of the keypad to commit fraud, so always check once that a fake keypad is not installed.

4: Covering the PIN
While entering your ATM PIN, you should always cover the keypad with your other hand. By doing this, even if there is a hidden camera installed, it will not be able to record your PIN.

5: Do not take help from strangers
If you have gone to withdraw money from the ATM and a stranger offers to help you, then you should politely refuse. Many times, fraudsters see your PIN or change your card on the pretext of help.

6: Let the transaction complete
If you are unable to withdraw money or you feel that you do not want to withdraw money right now, then cancel the transaction and wait for it to be 'canceled' and when the money is withdrawn, you should wait till a message like 'Welcome' or 'Insert Card' appears on the screen. Do not make the mistake of leaving the ATM in a hurry.

7: Do not leave the transaction receipt
Do not leave the receipt coming out of the ATM even by mistake. Actually, the receipt may contain some information related to your account, so always keep it safely or tear it properly before throwing it away.

8: Keep the mobile connected to your bank account on

SMS and email alert services must be kept active for your bank account. With the mobile active, as soon as any transaction takes place from your account, you will immediately know through a message. If there is any fraud, you will know through a message.

Lack of caution leads to accidents.

By the way, for more information about avoiding ATM fraud, always visit the website of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) (rbi.org.in) and the official website of your bank. (Note- The news is based on general information)

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