Debit cards feel safe because they are familiar, fast and backed by a bank account that quietly absorbs every tap and swipe.

Skimming, in which criminals install discreet devices and tiny cameras on point-of-sale terminals to steal your info, is increasingly common — as I learned the hard way. Money; Getty Images A few ...

Most people swipe their debit card without thinking about risk. It runs through your checking account, it feels secure, and ...