Previously only available in Canada, the SmartSwipe credit card reader is now available to US online shopaholics. The device plugs into any USB port and allows the user to securely swipe their card to make purchases.

"Until now, there hasn't been an affordable and effective solution for consumers to securely protect
their credit card data while shopping online" said Daniel McCann, President of NetSecure
Technologies. "Hackers have extremely sophisticated methods of circumventing traditional internet
security to steal your personal information right from your computer. SmartSwipe facilitates
transactions that leave no trace of credit card data, guaranteeing your information remains secure.

If it's worth it for you to have a little added security and the ability to bypass typing in your credit card number, the SmartSwipe is available now for $100 CAD ($87). [SmartSwipe]

SmartSwipe Revolutionizes Online
Shopping
World's first truly secure personal credit card reader keeps PC safe while shopping
online
Regina, SK – July 14, 2009 – NetSecure Technologies is proud to offer US consumers the
immediate availability of SmartSwipe, a personal credit card reader that keeps your credit card
information and identity completely safe when you're shopping online. Plug the SmartSwipe into your
computer's USB port, visit your favorite online stores, and swipe your credit card exactly like you
would at a shop. SmartSwipe then scrambles and encrypts the user's credit card data before it
reaches the user's computer or internet providing instant protection from malicious software attacks.

Traditional online security only protects your sensitive information once it has reached the internet,
but not while it's sitting on your computer. Credit card companies, online retailers and security
professionals spend millions every year to make the internet a safer place for credit card transactions.
Despite these constant advances, credit card data is stolen every day due to the vulnerability of
personal computers. Hackers and thieves make a living taking your credit card data and personal
information right from the desktop.

"Until now, there hasn't been an affordable and effective solution for consumers to securely protect
their credit card data while shopping online" said Daniel McCann, President of NetSecure
Technologies. "Hackers have extremely sophisticated methods of circumventing traditional internet
security to steal your personal information right from your computer. SmartSwipe facilitates
transactions that leave no trace of credit card data, guaranteeing your information remains secure."

SmartSwipe features simple plug and play installation and also eliminates the need to manually enter
credit card information saving time while you shop online. The SmartSwipe works with nearly every
major credit card and credit/debit card combination including Visa, MasterCard, American Express,
and Discover. System requirements include Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Internet Explorer 6 or
higher. It also features a 90 day no-hassle return policy should you not be 100% satisfied

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