Merchant Lynx Services - testimonials Merchant Lynx - Protecting Your Debit Card A debit card is like a blank check, so you need to guard the card and the account number carefully against loss or misuse. A thief can clear out your bank account before you even know your card is missing. Merchant Lynx Services If your debit card is lost or stolen, or if you think someone is using it fraudulently, call your bank immediately. Follow the phone call with a letter. Thieves don't even need your… Show more Merchant Lynx Services - testimonials Merchant Lynx - Protecting Your Debit Card A debit card is like a blank check, so you need to guard the card and the account number carefully against loss or misuse. A thief can clear out your bank account before you even know your card is missing. Merchant Lynx Services If your debit card is lost or stolen, or if you think someone is using it fraudulently, call your bank immediately. Follow the phone call with a letter. Thieves don't even need your card. As long as they have your name and card number, they can order goods by mail or over the telephone. They can wipe out your bank account before you know the card is missing, or even when you still have the card in your pocket. Protect your debit card by holding on to your debit card receipts and check them against your bank statement each month. Memorize your PIN but don't keep it with your card. Show less