What information can a merchant get off your credit card?
Posted on November 15th, 2009 by admin
I need a hotel for 2 nights for a three-day seminar that’s taking place.
I just went through the booking process on Expedia… and it said you need to be at least 18 years of age to check in.
That does not apply to me… my credit card is prepaid in case you’re wondering.
My question is, if I pay by credit card online, or even if I pay by credit card there, are they able to discover that I am not of age?
Alternatively, I was thinking of paying in cash, but would prefer to book online now to get the reduced rate, which would require the use of a credit card.
Please advise.
They will not know your age–in fact, they will probably assume you are over 18 because most credit cards require you to be at least 18. The only information that a credit card gives a merchant is 1) name 2) account number 3) expiration date of card 4) bank info and 5) Card Id Number (CID)–the three digit security number on the back of your card.
Feel free to book online with confidence!
November 15th, 2009 at 2:37 pm
Your card MUST be used. You have to use a credit card when you check in. You may be able to use half cash and half credit card, but you are stuck with using your credit card.
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November 15th, 2009 at 2:56 pm
They will not know your age–in fact, they will probably assume you are over 18 because most credit cards require you to be at least 18. The only information that a credit card gives a merchant is 1) name 2) account number 3) expiration date of card 4) bank info and 5) Card Id Number (CID)–the three digit security number on the back of your card.
Feel free to book online with confidence!
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