How a Chip Card Benefits You  

Improved Security: With chip card technology, your card data is more secure when used at a chip-enabled terminal. During a payment transaction, the chip assigns a unique code to each transaction. This is different than magnetic stripe technology that stores static information that is used for every transaction. With chip cards, once a transaction is complete, the unique code “expires.” This helps prevent the card data from being reused.

Global Acceptance: 

• Chip cards are already the standard in several countries, and global adoption of this technology continues to grow 
• The United States is now in the process of transitioning to chip cards

Payment Peace-of-Mind:

• A merchant who does not have a chip-enabled terminal can still process your payment using the magnetic stripe 
• And, while the chip card security is not utilized during a magnetic stripe transaction, the overall security protections we already offer are all still in place

24/7 Fraud Monitoring:

• We’re always monitoring your account for suspicious activity and will attempt to contact you if we detect something unusual 
• For best service, please maintain accurate contact information with the bank 
• Call 800-400-6080 or login to online banking to make sure your information is current 

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• Shop with confidence, knowing you will not be held liable for unauthorized purchases made with your card or account information

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• Receive a text message any time we detect a potentially fraudulent transaction on your account, so you can react quickly if there is suspicious activity 
• Enrollment is available here

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• Receive informative, near real-time one-way text notifications via phone or email  
• With a combination of transaction activities available, you establish your notification preferences 
• Enroll by logging in to Online Banking, navigating to the Services tab, and selecting Purchase Alerts.

As Easy to Use as Ever

The chip-enabled terminals work a little differently than a traditional card transaction. Here’s how to pay with your California Bank & Trust Visa card the chip-secured way:

1. With the front side up and chip end first, insert your card into the terminal. Keep your card in the terminal throughout the transaction.
   
2.  Follow the on-screen directions. For debit cards, enter your PIN if prompted.
3.  Remove your card once you are prompted to do so.

Important Tips

The chip-enabled terminal reads the chip card only when it is inserted. Removing the card too early can interfere with processing the transaction. Make sure you leave your chip card in the terminal throughout the entire transaction and only remove it when prompted. 

Because you leave the card inserted in the terminal during the transaction, please remember to take your card with you when you leave.

California Bank & Trust is here to help you make the most of your chip card. For more information, call (800) 400-6080 to speak to a representative.