RFID Blocking Sleeve Value Set : 10 Cards + 2 Passports + 1 Bonus Wallet Insert

Everyone needs to know that a change in fraud laws now means that the banks will no longer be responsible for fraudulent charges. The law states that the "weakest link" in the chain of events leading to the fraudulent charge is responsible for the loss. Banks, of course, are upgrading everyone to chipped (EMV) cards which indemnify them. Retailers are upgrading their systems to accept EMV cards, which indemnify them. That leaves you, the card holder, as the weakest link and therefore responsible for any fraudulent charges.EMV cards, which almost all cards will be by the end of 2015, are not RFID cards. There's a physical chip on the card which the readers make physical contact with in order to read. Some EMV chips, however, are near-field compatible ("tap to pay" or "swipe n go"). Which is a type of RFID. So they can still be read by any NFC reader (like your average smart phone) when in close proximity to the card. Which means they are vulnerable to remote attacks.That covers WHY you should have RFID blocking on your cards and/or wallet. But why THESE sleeves.In my quest to learn about EMV and RFID, I looked at a lot of blocker products. While these may not be as pretty as some of the others, they have a few features that do stand out. The basic colors make card identification easy in a wallet or purse. The larger cut-out made getting the card out of the sleeve much easier than several other brands. (Always make sure you put the chip into the sleeve first.) The cut-to-fit sheet is very nice for those of us who like to keep our wallets thin and organized. And the low price-point makes the set a great value.If you don't have a "chipped" card yet, you probably will in the near future. If already you have one, you really should have protection. This package is your best defense against wireless readers.

I have not had an experience yet where they have proven their worth. The only way I can figure the cards are a benefit is if nothing happens. How are we supposed to evaluate them in that case? Personally we have not had an experience of theft in many years but given the publicity we are taking no chances, hence our purchase.We are taking a trip to loop Colorado and back to Texas by car in September and maybe an opportunity will arise there. Also, we are planning several trips to Europe in the coming year and they should be handy. We know from past experience, in Italy primarily. and through word in mouth in France, that card numbers have been used to charge by persons known. Fortunately the card issuers have backed up the charges. You need more selections on your rating scheme if you want a fair evaluation from someone who has not yet benefitted from the sleeve use. I'd say contact me after I have traveled a bit then I could give a better answer.

These appear to be exactly as advertised. I like the way that they fit my credit cards; there is no excess material to take up space in your wallet. The different colors make it easy to reach in and get the card that you want without taking them all out. This is a good design for both the cards and the passport. I also appreciate the two emails that the seller sends: one goes over how the blocking sleeves should be use; the second email provides a PDF that provides general information about how to protect yourself and what to do if you believe that someone is using your information for fraudulent reasons. I bought some for my mother and sisters and brothers. You cannot be too careful these days.

I give a 2-star review to most orders where the company fulfills the order and the product is as advertised. To get more stars one must go beyond this. This company has done this. While they get marked down for nagging me about a review, they also get points for going beyond filling the order. Their PDF on protecting against identity theft is a good primer (although form my perspective, basic). They do not point out that without their product RFID chipped cards and documents can be scanned and scammed -- a weakness in the new "enhanced credit system" and therefore a must. This makes this product an essential tool in the fight against cyber-thieves and identity thieves.

Sleeves in the set look and fit fine. A credit card sleeve is a bit wider than a standard credit card, but just right lengthwise. It doesn't fit all the credit card slots in my wallet though, and I can't stretch them since they are not leather. Passport holder fits one bigger passport loosely, I squeezed 2 in since the other one is smaller (thinner). But the sheet (I had high hopes for) is useless for me. It can't cover my wallet. I have a typical zipped woman's wallet (4.5*7.5in) which would need 2 pieces of rfid paper inserted inside along both sides, and this sheet is way too small. For the price it should be bigger so it workes for every customer no matter what type of a wallet they have. This additional sheet was the only reason I purchased the set. Should have gotten a wallet for the money, but I so wanted to keep using mine.

Had these for a while now and I tested them at the store. I took out my card still in the envelop and tried to get the reader to read it and it did not work. I removed the card and proceeded with my purchase. I rate this 5 stars for that test.Why I marked it 4 stars has is because there is glue in the bottom of these envelopes. So getting your card out is near impossible without damaging the envelop. I fixed this by using a bit of talcum powder, sprinkled a bit in the bottom and dumped out the rest. Now the card slips in and out ok.