Unusual Square Receipt Experience: A Charge Mysterious and Unrecognized

As a small business owner operating primarily through invoices, I'm no stranger to using Square for transactions. However, my recent experience with an unusual charge has left me scratching my head. The receipt in question shows a 'chip' charge at my home address, which is bizarre since I don't have a chip reader. But that's not the only oddity – the signature on the receipt isn't mine, and the custom amount plus tip (over 25%) seems suspicious.

At first glance, it appears someone may have attempted to use my card information without my knowledge or consent. The fact that Square allows manual card entries makes it possible for unauthorized individuals to access funds using a card number. This raises concerns about security and the potential for fraud.

To make matters more puzzling, my bank is already taking care of the issue, but I'm still left wondering how this charge could have been processed. As someone who operates their business from mobile locations, I've set my location to 'mobile' to ensure transparency. It's possible that Square will show the address of the location where the charge was made, which in this case is my home address.

While it may seem like a small amount, the fact that someone could potentially exploit my card information without my knowledge is unsettling. As a business owner, I take security seriously and am grateful that my bank is handling the situation promptly.

If anyone has insight into how Square works or can provide guidance on this unusual experience, I'd appreciate any input. Has anyone else encountered similar situations with Square receipts? How did you handle it? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

Squareupcom receipts