I just recieved an iPod shuffle for Christmas and I would like to get an iTunes account to download music, but my dad is worried that someone would get his debit card information through iTunes. This could be a problem do to the fact that I am under 18 and the only money I recieve is allowence. Also, I plan to only use iTunes gift cards so is there any way to sign up without using a credit card, but with that? I know that AOL offers accounts without a credit card, but I have comcast. Furthermore, has there been any major identity theft cases caused by iTunes since they started using industry standard encryption to protect the confidentiality of those who give them their personal information? Thanks in advance!
2006-12-26 11:53:28 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
There's no case where identity theft was caused by iTunes that i've heard of or can find in the first page of google.
Even if his extreme paranoia was correct, and someone stole his debit card information digitally, banks (at least WaMu) have identity theft coverage. So long as his pin # isn't something obvious, they would put the money back in the account.
It's almost 2007, you can electronically purchase things (especially over iTunes and other huge corps) without assuming identity theft would happen.
Listen to what TheHumbleOne says and make sure it's the real, authentic site where you plan to spend your money, and not a phishing site. Anytime you go to put sensitive data in there should be an https:// in the address bar, it's considered a "secure" protocol.
2006-12-26 12:01:08 · answer #1 · answered by π² 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are two ways to find out.
If the http:// sign on your browser address bar goes to https:// on the payment page then it is a secured site.
If the site has some security verification and uses 128 bit encryption technology.
Check the status bar of your browser. A yellow lock will appear on the right hand bottom this indicates that the site has secured transaction.
Itunes is a reputed store of Apple hence it is bound to adopt the best security measures for payment processing. So you can be pretty safe there by giving your credit card info. You must also check their privacy policy on how they use and store your credit card information.
Verifying the expreience of other users will also give you an idea about the security of site.
Itunes is a reputed store. So I don't see any issues in giving the details.
visit http://www.card-gallery.com for bad-credit credit cards.
2006-12-26 17:47:06 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It should be safe. Safer, in fact, than handing your credit card to your server at a restaurant. Believe it or not, currently more credit card information is stolen in actual stores (usually restaurants, where the server generally takes the card out of your sight), than online.
Apple uses a secured connection to transfer the info between you and them, and while that isn't perfect it's close enough for most cases.
2006-12-26 12:23:03 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Who knows for sure what is completely safe?
I do a lot of online purchasing. Before giving out any credit card information look for the padlock on the bottom right of the screen and https (not http) in the address.
This is about all you can do.
2006-12-26 11:58:30 · answer #4 · answered by TheHumbleOne 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My wife using itunes and we've had no problems. Maybe your dad could get a credit card with a very small limit on it for just internet purposes. I have one for this reason.
2006-12-26 12:02:04 · answer #5 · answered by tw0cl0n3m3 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to that site then Look at the toolbar under the Page,if there is a lock icon,open it by double click,u will see a certification,if u can see both lock icon and certification,then this site will be safe and secure .
2006-12-26 12:01:37 · answer #6 · answered by Ahmad R 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For Credit and finance solutions I always visit this website where you can find all the solutions. http://personalfinancesolutions.info/index.html?src=5YAofhgdDE281
RE :Is giving your credit card/debit info. to iTunes completely safe?
I just recieved an iPod shuffle for Christmas and I would like to get an iTunes account to download music, but my dad is worried that someone would get his debit card information through iTunes. This could be a problem do to the fact that I am under 18 and the only money I recieve is allowence. Also, I plan to only use iTunes gift cards so is there any way to sign up without using a credit card, but with that? I know that AOL offers accounts without a credit card, but I have comcast. Furthermore, has there been any major identity theft cases caused by iTunes since they started using industry standard encryption to protect the confidentiality of those who give them their personal information? Thanks in advance!
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2017-04-05 02:46:47 · answer #7 · answered by Beverly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you use a credit card (or use your debit card as a credit card). NEVER type in your PIN number.
2006-12-26 12:04:42 · answer #8 · answered by The Phoenix 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I think they offer the best encryption service.
2006-12-27 17:38:00 · answer #9 · answered by aalen a 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, i wouldnt give it out.
2006-12-26 11:56:16 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋