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My Visa account offers a service that gives me peace of mind. They can issue a temporary number that works just the same as my actual card number. As an example, if I want to make a purchase of $50.72, I go to my card account online and with just a few clicks they give me an alternate card number that ties back to my account. It is good for only $50.72. If someone later tries to use that card number for purchases, it is not valid. Even reputable web sites can get hacked, or employees can steel customer's card numbers, so having this option is a good way to have an extra layer of protection.