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It's common sense that using an ATM requires a certain degree of caution, but if you think getting mugged at the machine is all you have to look out for, you're in for a shock. ATM scams are getting more creative by the day, and you need to know how they work and what you can do to protect yourself against these money scams.

Just because a machine looks normal at first glance, it doesn't mean it hasn't been used for scamming money. ATM skimmers, cash traps, and system hacks are all becoming commonplace in the dark world of fraud, and most of the time, they're fully concealed inside the ATM.

While there's little you can do once the scamming device is already installed, you can dodge it by sticking to ATMs from banks you trust, covering your PIN from possible hidden cameras, and setting up transaction alerts on your bank account so you can easily intercept any suspicious activity. If you do become a victim of fraud, it goes without saying that issuing a scammer alert to your bank and canceling your card is a must-do.

Check out the most insane ATM scamming examples below, and don't worry about being a little paranoid next time you use one - it's your money you're dealing with, after all.

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Sometimes Wiggling The ATM Is Not Enough

Sometimes Wiggling The ATM Is Not Enough

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Hans
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Admittedly, placing this fake ATM on an ATM would be captured by all CCTV cameras in the vincinity...I cannot imagine this do be done without getting attention. ;)

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Always Wiggle The Card Reader

Always Wiggle The Card Reader

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Anya O
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you look below the card reader, you can see a sign that says audio and has headphones on it, AN ATM HAS A HEADPHONE JACK BUT THE IPHONE 7 DOESN'T....I'm starting to think if i should just buy an ATM instead.

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How To Spot An ATM Skimmer: Headphone Socket Sunk In And Off Alignment

How To Spot An ATM Skimmer: Headphone Socket Sunk In And Off Alignment

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

why do an ATM have an Audio Jack? To listen to sad music while get some money from your account?

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Went To An ATM I Frequently Use In Houston And Notice Something Different... What Is This Grey Box?

Went To An ATM I Frequently Use In Houston And Notice Something Different... What Is This Grey Box?

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2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

BEST WAY TO HAVE GOOD AMOUNT TO START A GOOD BUSINESS or TO START LIVING A GOOD LIFE..... Hack and take money directly from any ATM Machine Vault with the use of ATM Programmed Card which runs in automatic mode. email (williamshackers@hotmail.com) for how to get it and its cost . .......... EXPLANATION OF HOW THESE CARD WORKS.......... You just slot in these card into any ATM Machine and it will automatically bring up a MENU of 1st VAULT $1,000, 2nd VAULT $2,000, RE-PROGRAMMED, EXIT, CANCEL. Just click on either of the VAULTS, and it will take you to another SUB-MENU of ALL, OTHERS, EXIT, CANCEL. Just click on others and type in the amount you wish to withdraw from the ATM and you have it cashed instantly... Done. ***NOTE: DON'T EVER MAKE THE MISTAKE OF CLICKING THE "ALL" OPTION. BECAUSE IT WILL TAKE OUT ALL THE AMOUNT OF THE SELECTED VAULT. email (williamshackers@hotmail.com). We are located in USA.

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Carol Krason
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8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

BLANK ATM CARDS/CLONE CARDS Engr Weber produces the best and reliable BLANK ATM CARDs with the highest accuracy. i believe him so much because he came through for me and made me get $5,500 daily and i've made over $50,000 since it got delivered to me recently now i have my business and my family do not beg anymore. if interested you can contact him now via blankatmdeliveryxpress@gmail.com don't be scared you pay and the card get program by them, and delivery takes just 3days all over the world it cost money to get one so get your cash ready when contacting him is legit please share as many would need this help thanks.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have always dreamed of living a life of financial freedom, but I never thought it would be possible for me. That all changed when I discovered Georg Bednorz Hackers. I reached out to them on WhatsApp at +1 (262) 355-8285 and got myself a blank ATM card. I was amazed by how easy it was to use the card. Within minutes, I was able to withdraw $5,000 from an ATM, and I did this every day for weeks without any issues. Thanks to Georg Bednorz Hackers, I was able to withdraw a total of $35,000 in just one week, which helped me pay off my debts and start investing in my future. But the best part is that using the card is 100% discreet and secure, so I never had to worry about getting caught. It's incredible how simple it was to change my life for the better. Georg Bednorz Hackers also helped me with other services, including hacking transfers and recovering my stolen cryptocurrency. Their team of expert professional hackers is second to none, and they're committed to helping the poor and

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Carol Krason
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

HOW TO GET BLANK ATM/ CLONE CARDS Am carolkrason i live here in California United States I lost my job because of the pandemic covid 19 and I decided to sort for loan companies here in the United States to pay for school supplies of my kids and pay my bills because am a single parents ,but i was advised by my friend to get blank atm card instead,that was the first time i heard about such card i thought it was too good to be true because of the good features associated with the card as she has explained, i was scared to loose my money for such a card my friend took me to the atm machine to see how she uses the card to withdraw free cash i was surprised and desperate about it immediately she withdrew with the card it was so real and realistic no stress i ordered for the lowest card through their email blankatmcardsandclonecards@gmail.com the lowest is a card of $400 that withdraws $5,500 daily for a period of 6years for me, this blank cards are real and not traceable it automatica

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Colleen Johnson
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

HOW TO GET BLANK ATM/ CLONE CARDS After i lost my job because of the pandemic (covid 19) I decieded to sort for loan companies here in the United States to pay for school supplies of my kids,but i was advised to get blank atm card instead,that was the first time i heard about such card i thought it was too good to be true because of the good features associated with the card i was scared to loose my money for such a card i read so many testimonies about them online it was so real and realistic i have to give a try the lowest card they offered to me was a card of $400 that withdraws $5,500 daily for a period of 6months after 6months they kept renewing it for me free of charge this clone cards are real i really recommend this hacker to all of you, you won't regret it especially this period contact them immediately Via email blankatmdeliveryxpress@gmail.com and get yours deliver to you their delivery takes Just 3days.

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Michel Bell
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hello Guys! I am michel I live in USA I’m 35 Years old, am so happy I got my blank ATM card from blank atm officials. My blank ATM card can withdraw $10,500 daily. I got it from them recently few weeks ago and now I have withdrawn about $350,000 for free. The blank ATM withdraws money from any ATM machines and there is no name on it because it is blank just your PIN will be on it, it is not traceable and now I have money to pay off my debt, shopping and enough money for me and my family to live on.I am really glad and happy, i met 3 persons before them and they could not help me they scam me and they keep asking for more . But am happy now they sent the card through FedEx and it got to me within two days. Get your own card from them right now they also help in clearing debts from credit cards and giving you a good credit score, they are giving it out for small fee to help the poor note they don't give out card for free you paid before getting it, it helps a lot and no one ever

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Is anyone here aware of blank ATM card? I know alot of people cant get a job at the moment and they’ve so many bills to pay and there is no money to pay them? Are you family starving of hunger??? Send a direct message and i will show you how and where successful people are making it online through the use of Blank ATM card. With this ATM card you can withdraw cash from any ATM machine in the world. This is an opportunity to become rich. For more information, kindly contact the card vendor with the below info Email:blankatnonlinesales@hotmail.com call or WhatsApp +19282880855...///

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Sandra Decrion
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Haven't you heard about DSC blank ATM card and how other people have benefited from it?They hacked and program cards with pins to dispense cash in any ATM machine around the world, D.SC card is untraceable I was searching for a loan to sort out my bills or debts, then I saw comments about Blank ATM Credit Cards that can be hacked to withdraw money from any ATM machines around you . I doubted this but decided to give it a try by contacting Cardsblank@gmail.com Deavonscott69@gmail.com they responded with their guidelines on how the card works Am a Divorcee with two kids, i want to share my testimony on how i paid all my debts and own a personal business. I went online , I came across a testimony about a blank card, I decided to give it a trial, all to my surprise it came through. I got the card, each day I withdraw $ 5,000 and I have withdrawn the total of $ 100,000 USD. DSC BLANK ATM CARD COMPANY : Importers, Buyers, Wholesalers and Purchase We have specially programmed D.S.C BLANK

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Matej Smolej
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

 GET YOUR SPECIALLY PROGRAMMED BLANK ATM CREDIT CARD AT AFFORDABLE PRICE, THIS SPECIAL CREDIT COMES WITH NO CREDIT SCORE AND YOU WILL NEVER HAVE TO REPAY FOR ANY TRANSACTION YOU MAKE WITH IT, IT IS FREE MONEY.  *We sell this cards to all our customers and interested buyers worldwide,the card has a daily withdrawal limit of $7,500 and up to $60,000 spending limit in stores and unlimited cash out on POS interested buyers should contact via Email: atmgeniuslinks@gmail.com / WhatsApp: +1-713-389-6778 / Telegram: @Anonymous_Ccs /

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#6

How To Spot An ATM Skimmer: Cracks Underneath The Receipt Slot

How To Spot An ATM Skimmer: Cracks Underneath The Receipt Slot

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False Keypad Overlay And Card Skimmer

False Keypad Overlay And Card Skimmer

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How To Spot An ATM Skimmer: Card Slot Sticking Out

How To Spot An ATM Skimmer: Card Slot Sticking Out

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Pinhole Camera

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Ria Hyams
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is why if possible I take money out only inside a bank using the ATM in a bank

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I Always Check The ATM Before Withdrawing Money. Panel Under The Screen Came Off As Well. The Panel Contained A Camera. The Green Piece In The Picture Was Over The Card Slot And Scans You Credit Card

I Always Check The ATM Before Withdrawing Money. Panel Under The Screen Came Off As Well. The Panel Contained A Camera. The Green Piece In The Picture Was Over The Card Slot And Scans You Credit Card

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Carol Krason
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8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

BLANK ATM CARDS/CLONE CARDS Engr Weber produces the best and reliable BLANK ATM CARDs with the highest accuracy. i believe him so much because he came through for me and made me get $5,500 daily and i've made over $50,000 since it got delivered to me recently now i have my business and my family do not beg anymore. if interested you can contact him now via blankatmdeliveryxpress@gmail.com don't be scared you pay and the card get program by them, and delivery takes just 3days all over the world it cost money to get one so get your cash ready when contacting him is legit please share as many would need this help thanks.

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Cash Trap Devices

Cash Trap Devices

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Carol Krason
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8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

BLANK ATM CARDS/CLONE CARDS Engr Weber produces the best and reliable BLANK ATM CARDs with the highest accuracy. i believe him so much because he came through for me and made me get $5,500 daily and i've made over $50,000 since it got delivered to me recently now i have my business and my family do not beg anymore. if interested you can contact him now via blankatmdeliveryxpress@gmail.com don't be scared you pay and the card get program by them, and delivery takes just 3days all over the world it cost money to get one so get your cash ready when contacting him is legit please share as many would need this help thanks.

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How To Spot An ATM Skimmer: Button Color Is Changed (This Particular ATM Had Black Button Before)

 How To Spot An ATM Skimmer: Button Color Is Changed (This Particular ATM Had Black Button Before)

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hm...most ATMs I have seen as of late have the middle button colored in yellow...

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ATM Skimmer Transmits Stolen Data Via Text Message

ATM Skimmer Transmits Stolen Data Via Text Message

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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like the scammer themselves took the pictures as they were putting one of these together in their kitchen.

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Card Reader And Camera Attached As A Panel On The Frame Of The Screen

Card Reader And Camera Attached As A Panel On The Frame Of The Screen

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Carol Krason
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8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

BLANK ATM CARDS/CLONE CARDS Engr Weber produces the best and reliable BLANK ATM CARDs with the highest accuracy. i believe him so much because he came through for me and made me get $5,500 daily and i've made over $50,000 since it got delivered to me recently now i have my business and my family do not beg anymore. if interested you can contact him now via blankatmdeliveryxpress@gmail.com don't be scared you pay and the card get program by them, and delivery takes just 3days all over the world it cost money to get one so get your cash ready when contacting him is legit please share as many would need this help thanks.

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Lebanese Loop. Slits Are Cut Into Both Sides Of The Trap. This Prevents Your Card From Being Returned Prior To Completing Your Transaction

Lebanese Loop. Slits Are Cut Into Both Sides Of The Trap. This Prevents Your Card From Being Returned Prior To Completing Your Transaction

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ATM Skimmer

ATM Skimmer

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Carol Krason
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8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

BLANK ATM CARDS/CLONE CARDS Engr Weber produces the best and reliable BLANK ATM CARDs with the highest accuracy. i believe him so much because he came through for me and made me get $5,500 daily and i've made over $50,000 since it got delivered to me recently now i have my business and my family do not beg anymore. if interested you can contact him now via blankatmdeliveryxpress@gmail.com don't be scared you pay and the card get program by them, and delivery takes just 3days all over the world it cost money to get one so get your cash ready when contacting him is legit please share as many would need this help thanks.

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