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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Vicky Shaw

Shoppers warned that popular ‘fast’ payment method could leave them unprotected

Which? has warned that pay by bank may lack certain protections - (Getty/iStock)

Consumers are being encouraged to understand their payment protections amid the growing popularity of ‘pay by bank’ options.

The method allows for direct, secure transfers from a bank account without needing card details or recipient information. However, Which? has highlighted a potential ‘protection gap’ if purchases go wrong.

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