The best methods for disposing of a metal credit card: Via ForbesAdvisor
Editorial Note: Forbes Advisor may earn a commission on sales made from partner links on this page, but that doesn't affect our editors' opinions or evaluations., known as the “Black Card,” used to be most people’s lone reference point for a metal card. Mysterious and exclusive, the card seemed to serve mostly as an indicator of status and wealth and it rarely concerned the average credit card user.
It’s this upside, however, that also makes metal cards harder to dispose of when it comes time to retire them. It’s not as simple as the easy destruction of a plastic card, which can be sufficiently dispatched with a pair of scissors. Maybe an expired card is being reissued or perhaps the card number was compromised to a scam and needs replacement—perhaps, even, you’re making a statement about “capitalism” and shredding all the cards to “stick it to the ‘man.
No matter the reason, it’s just as important to dispose of the card in a way that prevents further use and destroys personal information. Before reaching for a shredder or clicking a link for a third-party disposal service, take a look at our advice on the best—and worst—ways to get rid of a metal card.The easiest, safest way to dispose of a metal card is to return it by mail to the card issuer.
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