Carding: the basics

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To practice carding, certain tools and resources are commonly used:
• Computer or Laptop: A PC is preferable for greater security and reliability. Although some carders use smartphones, this increases the risk of detection.
• SOCKS5 Proxy: A protocol that routes network traffic through an intermediary server, masking your real IP address and displaying the proxy's IP. This is used to identify the cardholder's location for successful transactions. SOCKS5 is preferred over VPNs as it does not leak DNS details, offering greater security.
• MAC Address Changer (Optional): Modifies the Media Access Control (MAC) address of your network interface card (NIC) to increase anonymity.
• CCleaner: A tool to clean browsing history, cookies, and temporary files to minimize traceability. Neglecting this step can lead to detection.
• Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP): Allows connection to another computer over a network for card cloning, providing an additional layer of anonymity when using someone else's system.
• Delivery Address (Optional): A delivery address used for shipments, ideally matching the cardholder's country (e.g., a US address for a US credit card) to avoid suspicion. Services that offer delivery addresses can be used if no personal contacts are available.
• Credit Card (CC): The main component, usually including the card number, expiration date, CVV2 code, cardholder name, address, city, state, country, zip code, and sometimes a phone number.

Each card issuer uses a unique initial digit for their card numbers:
• American Express (AMEX): Starts with 3
• Visa: Starts with 4
• MasterCard: Starts with 5
• Discover: Starts with 6
Visa:
Classic: Widely accepted for online and offline transactions, including ATMs.
Gold: Offers higher spending limits and greater financial flexibility.
Platinum: Generally has limits above $10,000 (though they often reach the maximum limit).
Signature: No predefined spending limit, a premium option.
Infinite: Highly prestigious, virtually unlimited, but rare.
Business/Corporate: Designed for small and large businesses with variable limits.
Black: Exclusive and sophisticated card, with no limit and a $500 annual fee.

MasterCard:
Standard: Equivalent to Visa Classic.
Gold: Similar to Visa Gold.
Platinum: Comparable to Visa Platinum.
World: High spending limit.
World Elite: Premium card with virtually no limit.

American Express (AMEX):
Gold: Usually with a limit of US$10,000.
Platinum: Higher limits, often around US$35,000.
Centurion (Black Card): Exclusive with limits above US$75,000.

The first six digits of a credit card number form the Bank Identification Number (BIN), which identifies the issuing bank. For example, a card that starts with "486236" has a BIN of 486236. Websites like ExactBin or BinList can provide details about a BIN, such as the issuing bank, the approximate balance, and whether it requires additional verification (VBV or non-VBV).
• Verified by Visa (VBV): Require additional verification, such as a password, birthdate, or OTP sent to the cardholder's mobile phone.
• Non-VBV: Does not require additional verification, making it easy to use for cards as OTP, CPF, or other data are not required.
• MasterCard SecureCode (MSC): Similar to VBV, requires extra authentication.
• AVS verifies the cardholder's billing address against the address provided during a transaction. Cardholders should ensure that the billing address matches the cardholder's data to avoid transaction declines. Using the correct addresses is crucial for successful carding.

Carding can be categorized into three levels based on the value and type of goods viewed:
• Beginners: Involve low-value items, generally under $50, such as small phone bills or digital goods.
• Intermediate: targets slightly higher-value items, such as criminal background checks or small financial assets like clothing, still generally below US$50.
• Advanced: involves high-value items, such as cell phones or laptops, often above US$50, with no fixed maximum limit. Requires greater knowledge and caution to avoid detection.
Carding is a highly technical activity that involves significant risks.
 
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