Signing the back of your credit card

Many of us are used to manually or electronically signing a receipt for a credit card transaction at the cash register. But one area where your signature may no longer be mandatory is on the back of your credit card, as some card issuers these days don’t require it or even provide an area for a signature. However, many credit cards still mandate that you sign it. So if there is a blank white box on the back, take the time to insert your autograph there. Even though it’s become an outdated practice for many, it can’t hurt to sign the box just in case a merchant checks the back of your card.

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Do you sign your name on the back of your credit card or do you write 'See ID'?

I haven't signed the back of a credit or debit card in over 20 years.

I don't use a credit card but do sign the back of my debit card.