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Time’s running out! Win 4500 EUR with NETELLER.
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Today’s post was written by Suzanne. She is the Marketing Program Manager for member communications and promotions on our Brand and Group Marketing team.
We’ve reached the midpoint of the Luck or Skill Giveaway and we’ve already awarded 1500 EUR. With that said, congratulations to our lucky and skilled winners so far!
2 draws to go and plenty of ways to tip the scales in your favour
Deposit and transfer funds
- 1 ballot for every 100 EUR deposited to your NETELLER account
- 1 ballot every for 1,000 EUR transferred to merchants
Use Net+ virtual or physical cards
- Apply for a Net+ card
- Download and use the Net+ virtual card online
- Shop with the Net+ physical card
Use our other services
- Refer a friend to NETELLER
- Transfer money to family and friends with NETELLER Money Transfer
Get bonus ballots
- Take out money at VirWox terminals in Second Life
- Deposit at any PartyPoker, Betfair or Everest website
Confirm your registration for more chances to win
Receive more ballots once you confirm your registration. It only takes 1 minute and here’s how you do it:
Step 1: Visit promotions.neteller.com
Step 2: Select “Confirm Registration” or “Registration”
Step 3: Enter your information
It’s pretty easy to get yourself in the game for your chance to win up to 4500 EUR! So what are you waiting for? Get in the game!
Tell us what you think of this promotion!
High ATM withdrawal limits on Net+ prepaid cards
Posted by Today’s post was written by Nicole. She is the Marketing Manager for Consumer Products on our Brand and Group Marketing team.
If you’re like me, you probably don’t give ATM withdrawal limits a second thought, until you need quick access to your cash. I like prepaid cards with high withdrawal limits because having enough pocket money on-hand is good, especially if you’re nowhere near a bank or a cash machine.
No low limits with Net+
When choosing a prepaid card, consider how ATM withdrawal limits compare to withdrawal fees. I’m always cautious of any card company that offers low ATM withdrawal fees because most of the time they also have low withdrawal limits. And that’s not very helpful.
That’s why I’m pleased my Net+ prepaid card offers high ATM withdrawal limits. Just make sure the bank machine you’re using doesn’t have low restrictions. That way you can better access your cash when you need it, in just 1 withdrawal.
Knowledge is more money in your wallet
Do your research, and spend more time enjoying your money and less time at the ATM thanks to high withdrawal limits on a prepaid card like Net+.
Do you have a Net+ prepaid card? Tell us what you think of its high withdrawal limits.
Holiday shopping with Net+ prepaid cards from NETELLER
With the holiday season fast-approaching, you’ll probably visit your favourite mall or online merchant to find that oh-so perfect gift. While your search may be fun and successful, it may also come with the stress of finding the perfect hiding spot. That special someone may be a little too curious for their own good. They will stop at nothing to find out what’s in store for them.
Net+ prepaid cards will keep them guessing
The best way to keep your holiday spending under wraps is with a Net+ physical or virtual prepaid card.
Your card transactions are kept private through online statements so there’s no paper trail (for nosey parkers going through credit card statements). Finally, rest easy that your surprise stays that way until the big day!
Reward yourself
Why not give yourself a gift this holiday season? Each time you use your Net+ card you earn NETPoints that you can put towards great rewards! Plus, just for using your Net+ card in November you’ll earn ballots for the Luck or Skill Giveaway, for a chance to win big money in the weekly prize draws.
When are you starting your holiday shopping?
Hassle-free travel with my Net+ prepaid cards
Posted by We’re excited to welcome guest blogger Niclas Aarestrup from Denmark. He is a travel writer and he uses his Net+ card everywhere. Follow him on Twitter today (http://twitter.com/niclasaa) and keep up with his latest travels.
As a travel writer, I need to book numerous hotels, sightseeing tours and tickets depending on where I’m traveling. Like many of you, I end up paying for all of these with credit and debit cards.
Protect your cash and pay with plastic
From a consumer standpoint, it is better to use plastic to pay, since you’re usually better protected than when you pay with cash or use a wire transfer service. Also, many hotels require a credit card upon check-in, though some will accept a cash deposit instead. But having your fun money tied up in a costly deposit may limit daily excursions or the number of times you dine out.
In most cases you’re not punished for paying with plastic, however, in some European countries like Denmark, Sweden and the UK, customers can be charged for paying with credit or debit cards, regardless of the issuer. National laws in these participating countries require stores to clearly display the added fee and are limited on how much extra they can charge. Rest assured, tourist-friendly stores rarely add any fees.
So what do you do if you aren’t able to get a credit card, or like me, don’t feel entirely safe spending on a card that comes with a high limit and interest charges?
Benefits of a credit card minus the risk
This is where the Net+ physical and virtual prepaid cards come in handy. For one, the physical prepaid card is accepted worldwide and protects you with chip and PIN secure technology. Plus, I have first-hand experience that NETELLER does indeed keep an eye out for suspicious transactions and thus minimizes credit risk even further. It also gives you the same benefits as a credit card that you would use in the “real world” to buy airline tickets, shop or book hotels.
The Net+ virtual prepaid card has added security in that it generates a one-time use number that can never be used again. That means your virtual card number is always protected and it becomes unusable or worthless to anyone who attempts to intercept your information online.
Traveling and transacting with my virtual prepaid card
I’ve really been enjoying the convenience that my Net+ virtual prepaid card offers me. For instance, it works well for reserving hotel rooms, although its expiry date means it’s only valid for around a month.
It’s also great to pay for tickets and tours online, but be careful as you may be required to show or swipe the physical version of the Net+ card you used for payment when picking up your tickets. The virtual card also works well for buying guidebooks online that you might want for your next big trip.
First class acceptance
I have used the Net+ prepaid card to buy several airline tickets and have had absolutely no problems. With that said, you should be able to buy tickets anywhere else the card is accepted. Hotels are more than happy to accept the card, as are most stores and ticket vending machines for public transit that you might come into contact with as a tourist.
Why cash is still good
Using a credit or debit card on your holiday can almost eliminate the need to carry cash, but not completely. The main reason is that not every store, restaurant or office accepts credit or debit for payment. For example, in Denmark some merchants won’t accept international credit cards, only the national DanKort.
When it’s time to make a payment, some online payment systems that handle credit card transactions may be temporarily offline. Again this has happened a few times in Denmark, as well as in other places, so always have some cash on-hand. With that said, still feel safe with your Net+ card in your wallet, knowing it’s a widely-accepted, secure method of payment and will enable you to carry less cash.
Tell me where you have used your Net+ physical or virtual prepaid cards.
The evolution of the credit card
Today’s post was written by Nicole. She is the Marketing Manager for Consumer Products on our Brand and Group Marketing team.
Years ago, you’d see people listening to their favourite music on clunky, over-sized portable CD players, but over time we saw tiny MP3 players emerge and take their place. Technology definitely revolutionized how we listen to our music – from playing songs off our computers to listening to tunes on a 1-inch player.
Virtual security
A similar comparison can be made about credit cards. Their technology is continually advancing to help protect your money. For instance, the major credit card brands recently introduced virtual prepaid cards that contain next-generation security features and are especially designed to protect you from fraud and identity theft whenever you pay online.
Embrace your online world
Security in “real world” transactions is knowing that your physical card is always protected from shady individuals, thanks to the added security of chip and PIN technology.
In the online world you don’t have the same protection, which is why virtual prepaid cards have their own unique security features. Most generate a one-time use number, CVC and expiry date each time you make an online purchase, thus keeping your card details safe from hackers or thieves.
There are various incarnations of the virtual prepaid card out there. For example, PayPal only offers a virtual debit card accessible from the toolbar, whereas NETELLER offers up two convenient options of its Net+ virtual prepaid card. You can either access your virtual “web card” from your NETELLER account or the desktop version that notifies you when you can use it at a checkout page. With cards like these to choose from, you can pay online to your heart’s content.
Have you ever used a virtual prepaid card? Tell us which one and what you thought of it.
Why Net+ prepaid cards are the best
Today’s post was written by Nicole. She is the Marketing Manager for Consumer Products on our Brand and Group Marketing team.
I recently gave you some great tips on how to choose a prepaid card and why you would use one, but now I’m back to tell you why our Net+ virtual and physical prepaid cards are the best. For one, Net+ won “Best New Prepaid Card Product Launch” at the Cards and Payment Europe 2009 Awards. And if international acclaim isn’t enough for you, check out the top 10 list I put together.
Top 10 reasons why Net+ prepaid cards are second to none
- Convenient loading options. We offer a variety of deposit options for loading money into your NETELLER eWallet. And every time you deposit money into your eWallet, it’s instantly available on your Net+ card too. That’s right, no need to move your money between your eWallet and your Net+ card – they draw on the same money!
- High ATM limits. At 750 EUR, our ATM withdrawal limits are some of the highest in the biz.
- No hidden fees! This means you will never be charged an application or non-usage fee. And to clarify, you will not be charged a monthly fee just to have the card!
- Multi-use prepaid cards. Some cards are just one-time use cards, our cards can be used over and over as long as there is money in your account.
- Top-of-the-line security features. Chip & PIN technology protect your hard-earned cash.
- A virtual counterpart. Our online card version lets you buy your favourite items on the Internet without any security worries. It’s the safest way to buy online because our Net+ virtual prepaid card generates one-time use numbers that can never be used again. That means your card is protected from shady characters who would try to get at your cash.
- Get rewards every time you use it! Most companies charge you to use their cards, but we like to give a little something back to our members! Check out our NETPoints program to learn more.
- Choose from 8 currencies. For those of you who travel or just want access to other currencies, this is a must-have.
- Net+ virtual and physical prepaid cards are accepted worldwide.
- This is one piece of plastic you’ll be proud to use. Let’s face it, a lot of prepaid cards look a little dubious and you want to be able to spend with confidence with a card that looks legit. Like this.
Another great thing about Net+ prepaid cards is that the money on your card is yours and you are always in control. So with that powerful arsenal of information floating around in your brain, check out Net+ now and start reaping the rewards.
How does our Net+ top 10 list stack up against other prepaid cards?
NETELLER rewards VIPs with reduced FX fees
Posted by Today’s post was written by Leanne. She is a Marketing Manager and works mainly on the VIP program.
You VIPs are sure in for a treat! You’ll save more than ever when you use your Net+ physical or virtual card for international purchases because VIPs get a 1.45% rebate on all Net+ foreign exchange (FX) fees. That means the VIP FX fee for Net+ will go from 2.95% to 1.5%, making this one of the best cards in the business.
1000 EUR to 1 lucky VIP
To kick-off the momentous addition of reduced FX fees to our collection of VIP benefits, we’re doing a one-time cash giveaway to 1 lucky VIP member.
Whenever you use either Net+ physical or virtual card on October 22nd, you’ll earn a chance to win 1000 EUR. The more you use your cards, the better your chances for winning. The winner will be announced via Twitter and will be contacted in the coming days.
To sum up, with no transaction fees, reduced FX and a chance to win 1000 EUR, it doesn’t get much sweeter than this, does it?
Go for a virtual prepaid card when shopping online
Today’s post was written by Nicole. She is the Marketing Manager for Consumer Products on our Brand and Group Marketing team.
Whether you love them or hate them, there’s no denying that credit cards have made our lives a whole lot easier when buying items online. But I’ve found that convenience can sometimes come at a price.
For instance, each month I’m in a panic to make sure that I pay my credit card bill on time so that I don’t incur the high interest charges. And I hate the idea of dealing with the headache of a fraudster getting a hold of my credit card number.
Better than a credit card for online payments
I’ve now found a better way to buy my favourite items online – I use my Net+ virtual prepaid card. Here’s why I think the virtual card is better:
1. Contains next-generation security features
Because the card generates one-time use card numbers, it means I get a new number each time I want to make a purchase online so I never have to worry that someone will get a hold of my card number.
2. Helps me to control my spending
Let’s face it – in today’s economy no one wants to rack up debt. I use my virtual prepaid card to make sure I don’t spend more money than I have. Plus I never have to worry about paying monthly interest charges.
3. Gives me direct access to the money in my NETELLER account
Since the card is linked directly to my account, I just put money in my account and voila, it’s instantly available on my card – no additional work needed.
4. Lets me set aside some “fun money”
Not sure about you, but I like to keep the money I have for monthly bills and entertainment separate. So I use my virtual card online to pay for games, music, books or whatever else makes me smile that day.
5. Makes online shopping simpler
I tap away on a keyboard all day, so when it comes to avoiding additional keystrokes I do. This is why I love that the virtual card auto-fills the payment web forms for me and since I downloaded NETELLER Desktop it also detects cashier pages for me as well. To see how it works, check out the prepaid virtual card demo.
So now you’ve read about why I think a virtual prepaid card is so great, why don’t you check it out for yourself? Just sign in to your account, go to the Net+ cards tab, get the virtual prepaid card and see if you agree.
What have you purchased online with your Net+ virtual prepaid card?
Are prepaid cards the new credit cards?
Posted by Today’s post was written by Gareth. As NETELLER’s Localisation and Communications Specialist, Gareth manages our translations and multilingual content.
Credit cards are great for young people, but they can also bring trouble. I should know. I had a nasty experience when I was only 19, getting into debt with a credit card I could not handle.
The dark cloud of debt
I wasn’t earning enough money to pay it off, and the debt hung around my neck for months. The interest rate was a punishing 18%! When I finally paid it off, I was poorer, older and wiser. To this day I keep a close eye on my debt obligations, and always pay them off each month.
I recently saw an article about how credit card companies in America are not issuing credit cards to people under 21. It makes sense – young people are often not perceived as mature enough to handle credit, which in my case was true. To paraphrase a famous quote, with credit power comes debt responsibility.
Prepaid cards are a good choice
In many countries they make it hard for young people to get credit cards. It’s for your own protection, right? Maybe, but that’s not much comfort when you’re at the checkout page of your favourite music website, or booking a hotel, and the only payment options are credit cards.
That’s why I enjoy using our Net+ prepaid cards. They offer the convenience of regular credit cards, allowing me to shop online or in person almost anywhere, plus let me make ATM withdrawals. But because it is a prepaid card that is connected to my NETELLER account, I never spend more money than I actually have.
Tell me how you use your Net+ card.
How to choose a prepaid card
Today’s post was written by Nicole. She is the Marketing Manager for Consumer Products on our Brand and Group Marketing team.
What’s a prepaid card?
Prepaid cards work like a credit card but act like a debit card. Confused? They’re like credit cards in that they can be used anywhere MasterCard® or VISA (depending on the card) is accepted. But it acts like a debit card because there must be money on the card before you use it. The best part? There are no interest charges because you aren’t borrowing money.
It’s the same concept as a prepaid mobile phone account. Unless the account already has money on it, the phone (or in this case the card) will not work.
Why use a prepaid card?
There are lots of reasons you might get a prepaid card. Maybe you’d like to spend your money privately without statements showing up at home; or maybe it’s as simple as either being unable, or unwilling to get a credit card right now. Perhaps you need to get a little more control of your spending, so you want to keep your budgeted “fun money” on a prepaid card instead of in your bank account. Many people use them for travel so that in case they lose their wallet, they aren’t losing all of the money in their bank account.
But how do you know if a prepaid card is good or not? Here’s 10 things to consider before signing up for one.
- How convenient are the loading options? Do you have to leave home or can you do it online?
- How high are the ATM limits and what’s the comparative cost for withdrawing money? Quite a few prepaid card providers have low withdrawal costs, but you can only take out little bits of money at a time making it more expensive in the long run to get cash in your hand.
- Are there any point-of-sale (POS) fees? There shouldn’t be.
- Does the provider charge application, monthly usage or non-usage fees? This is where a lot of providers have hidden charges. Some providers even charge you monthly fees just to have the card!
- What’s the security of your card? Demand Chip & Pin technology so you protect your hard-earned cash
- Can you get a virtual counterpart? Does your issuer think to provide you specifically with a card that you can use for buying stuff online. Very few companies offer this because it’s new technology, but it’s definitely the safest way to buy online because virtual cards let you generate one-time use numbers that can never be used again. That means you’ll never lose your card number to a nefarious individual.
- Does it offer rewards for every time you use it? Most companies charge you to use it, but there are a few out there who also reward you! Check out the card company to see if they offer any loyalty points or cash rebates.
- Does it allow you to pick the currency that works best for you? For those of you who travel and need access to other currencies, this is a must-have.
- Is it accepted worldwide? Preferably it should be MasterCard or VISA.
- Is it a piece of plastic you can be proud to use? Let’s face it, a lot of prepaid cards look a little dubious or like they were mocked up in a garage. You want to be able to spend with confidence with a card that looks legit.
Good luck in your search for a prepaid card, but since you’re already in hunting mode, check out our Net+ card. It definitely hits all the right notes.
All you prepaid card users out there let us know how Net+ stacks up.
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