joeypesci Posted June 28, 2010 Share Posted June 28, 2010 I've always been lead to believe that receipts contact enough of my credit/debit card details that I should be shredding them. I know they use to show the whole number, but now only show the last 4 digits. So, do I still need to shred these or are they fine to just bin. I'm stick of having to collect them to then have to shred. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBeach Posted June 29, 2010 Share Posted June 29, 2010 I've always been lead to believe that receipts contact enough of my credit/debit card details that I should be shredding them. I know they use to show the whole number, but now only show the last 4 digits. So, do I still need to shred these or are they fine to just bin. I'm stick of having to collect them to then have to shred. Digitize what you need and I would shred anyways. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr-Protocol Posted June 29, 2010 Share Posted June 29, 2010 I prefer burning. Or both.. shred and burn. At least if you shred use a cross cut shredder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infiltrator Posted June 29, 2010 Share Posted June 29, 2010 Digitize what you need and I would shred anyways. I think burning would be a lot safer than keeping an electronic copy on your computer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBeach Posted June 30, 2010 Share Posted June 30, 2010 I think burning would be a lot safer than keeping an electronic copy on your computer. Well I will keep receipts for record and proof of purchase for property purposes but not all receipts need to be kept. If the receipt is for a edible panties for your girlfriend and you don't want the wife to know pay cash and throw the receipt out the window on your way home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Posted June 30, 2010 Share Posted June 30, 2010 I always shred receipts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infiltrator Posted June 30, 2010 Share Posted June 30, 2010 Well I will keep receipts for record and proof of purchase for property purposes but not all receipts need to be kept. If the receipt is for a edible panties for your girlfriend and you don't want the wife to know pay cash and throw the receipt out the window on your way home. Is that what you did/do? Don't hide it, I can see it through your eyes. Just kidding bro.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBeach Posted June 30, 2010 Share Posted June 30, 2010 Is that what you did/do? Don't hide it, I can see it through your eyes. Just kidding bro.... Oh crap! I exposed myself in more ways than one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeypesci Posted July 4, 2010 Author Share Posted July 4, 2010 Thanks for replies. However, the question really was do I need to shred and burn them. I'm already aware of doing this and shred mine. But do I need to? Can info be gained from them? We're talking about receipts when I go and fill up with Petrol or getting food from Tesco Express. Of course I won't be keeping those for records, unless needed, I just want to know if I can safely dump them in the bin. Rather than having to horde them till I get loads to them burn. It's an annoying hassle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infiltrator Posted July 5, 2010 Share Posted July 5, 2010 Thanks for replies. However, the question really was do I need to shred and burn them. I'm already aware of doing this and shred mine. But do I need to? Can info be gained from them? We're talking about receipts when I go and fill up with Petrol or getting food from Tesco Express. Of course I won't be keeping those for records, unless needed, I just want to know if I can safely dump them in the bin. Rather than having to horde them till I get loads to them burn. It's an annoying hassle. Do they contain any credit card details or any sensitive information at all. If not you can dispose them without shredding or if you are concern that other people might use it to collect information on what you buy, just burn them and you will be safe. Hope this helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeypesci Posted July 5, 2010 Author Share Posted July 5, 2010 Do they contain any credit card details or any sensitive information at all. If not you can dispose them without shredding or if you are concern that other people might use it to collect information on what you buy, just burn them and you will be safe. Hope this helps They have the last four digits of the card and the expiry date. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infiltrator Posted July 6, 2010 Share Posted July 6, 2010 They have the last four digits of the card and the expiry date. I would definetly burn them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3w`Sparky Posted July 9, 2010 Share Posted July 9, 2010 retain them for 12 months incase it breaks ! but make sure it's in a cool dark place as they are normally thermal and react badly to heat light and moisture Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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