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I get asked for stupid zip codes when I’m paying cash, too. I always say it’s “private.”
So the store can refuse to take the card, but at least his secret zip code is safe.
Well, can they ask for their driver’s license? The zip code is written on it, at least on mine. I hate it when they ask for my ID when using a credit card. They claim it is for my security. But I guess I like my privacy more.
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I’m glad the black robed buffoons at the CA Supreme “court” had the time to take this up.
This was considered a protection against fraudulent use of stolen credit cards. If you couldn't provide the zip code of the credit card's billing address, you couldn't use the card. You see this at many/most gas stations when you pay at the pump. This ruling may make it easier for thieves to use stolen cards now.
I suppose I’m not seeing why I should be outraged about being asked for my ZIP code. I thought that information helped private business owners know where they should spend their advertising dollars.
Seems like an odd thing to complain about, at least in terms of advancing capitalism. Perhaps I’m wrong, though.
I’ve always just made up a zip code - or given that of a friend/family member.
Of course, usually we shop at Safeway and the only way to get deals is to have one of those cards that has all your info on it. With all their tracking data, they probably know what we’re gonna buy before we buy it, LOL
That they sell that info to all sorts of folks, including political parties, is what ticks me off.
Zip Codes?
BR549
I have found that when they ask for the zip code, I ask them which one? To which they normally respond with the essence of “The one where your house is”.... to which I explain that I own several properties and need them to be more specific.
About that time the clerk normally gives up.
So they have your name, your credit card number AND your signature but you want to keep the zip private?
They are just doing market research to determine how far people will travel to get to the store. No big deal. I always say “No thanks” and they move on with the transaction. I’ve never had anybody say “Zip Code or I call Security, Bub.”
Oh, thank goodness for our wise rulers, I won’t ever have to make up 5 digits again and have fun doing it.
oh well
I don’t have a problem giving retailers my zip code — if anything, it may give them a clue as to where shoppers are coming from and whether or not to add a new store.
I refuse to shop at Toys-R-Us. They ask for my phone number even when paying cash. Yes, I refuse, but they’re the only ones that do it. My cell phone is private, thankyouverymuch.
Gee, can you give us more than one sentence?
I give 77054. It’s the Astrodome.
I always sing “Oh-TWO-one-THREE-four”
My name is Herman Munster.
I live at 1313 Mocking bird Lane.
Beverly Hills, Ca. 90210