Debit card fraud moves fast, freezes real money, and can take weeks to fully unwind. Here's how it actually plays out.

Debit cards are as vulnerable to theft as credit cards and offer limited fraud protection. Depending on how soon you report the fraud, you could be responsible for up to $50 in unauthorized ...

Maybe you see an unfamiliar charge on your bank statement. Or you notice your debit card isn’t in its normal place in your wallet. If you suspect bank account fraud, now is the time to take action.

Debit cards feel safe because they are familiar, fast and backed by a bank account that quietly absorbs every tap and swipe. Yet the very design that makes them convenient also exposes you to risks ...