Originally Posted by Jane Quilter

I keep a check list of all the "auto-deduct" companies I have agreements with. I'm getting pretty good & fast at updating them when a fraudulent charge occurs. But lately, I have added an auto alert option with my credit card company. Choosing this option, the bank sends me an e-mail every time my card is used.... even the "temporary" approval category. Now, I often catch the fraudulent usage before the bank does, and I call them! This has helped me a lot. I am so happy to have found this option. Maybe it will help you too.