RFID Blocking

What is RFID

RFID is short for Radio Frequency Identification. Over the years, how we protect our data has continued to evolve with advancements in technology. RFID blocking is part of this evolution that aims to bring safety and protection to our data. RFID is a type of wireless technology that identifies items or objects that are fitted with radio Frequency identification tags.

Radio frequency is the electromagnetic energy that is transmitted to electronically carry identification information from an RFID tag to its reader. This technology has been adopted in different industries due to its many benefits.

At Alpine Swiss, we pride ourselves in our ability to incorporate RFID blocking technology in our leather wallets. Our leather RFID blocking wallet has been carefully crafted and fitted with RFID technology after rigorous testing providing you with the safety you need to protect all your cards in your wallet.

RFID Blocking Wallet As a Secure Type of Wallets

We know we must protect our passwords and personal information. However, without the right protection, your pockets can be easily compromised, and you could end up losing critical information without your knowledge.

This is why RFID wallets are a secure type of wallet that aims to block any attempts to collect personal information from you without your authorization. With RFID wallets, you can say goodbye to hiding your wallet in layers or even wrapping them in foil for protection.

An RFID wallet for men is crafted with a layer of carbon fiber that blocks the electromagnetic fields from getting to your cards. This protective layer of carbon fiber takes any incoming electromagnetic waves from the target's RFID scanner and shields entry into the wallet by spreading it all around the wallet. 

How RFID Protection Works

Using an RFID blocking wallet can help save you a lot of time and money down the line because it assures that you’re protected from scams using a skimming machine. The wallet works by blocking radio frequency identification skimmers from being able to transmit a signal to and from the RFID chips in your cards. The only way a wallet can assure RFID protection from skimming fraud is if it incorporates a layer of metallic protection within the fabric of the wallet. The metallic layer disrupts the skimming machines and disables the ability for the signal to transmit through the metal.

The RFID protection in Alpine Swiss wallets can also be useful for protecting information that’s found on common ID cards and keyed entry cards. If a skimming thief is able to get ahold of the information on a keyed entry card, your home or office could be left exposed to other types of theft and burglary.

How to Choose an RFID Wallet

A good RFID blocking wallet should be functional yet protective. Luckily, there are a wide variety of RFID wallets for men available for any need or style. This way, you won’t feel like you’ve compromised your personal taste in favor of protecting your sensitive information.

While not everyone needs a RFID blocking wallet because not all cards contain these chips, it’s better to be safe than sorry if you think you may be at risk. Card skimming happens more often than people think, and there’s no way to know you’ve become a victim until it’s too late.

Alpine Swiss has a large variety of RFID blocking wallets ranging from spring loaded to center fold and with many different capacity levels and fabric types. Protecting sensitive card information is easy with an RFID blocking wallet for men from Alpine Swiss.

Protect Your Valuable Information

Many cards and forms of ID also carry small chips within them called radio-frequency identification card. Those chips can transmit the information needed to make a purchase without swiping your card, making it much more efficient and simple. The drawback, though, is that it puts you at risk of a new type of pickpocketing called RFID skimming.

When thieves use machines to walk through crowds and harvest RFID data they can easily get ahold of your credit card information without even touching you. There is a way to avoid falling victim to this problem, though, with an RFID wallet for men. These wallets are specially designed to block RFID scanners, protecting your sensitive information from skimmers.

Why Do You Need an RFID Blocking Wallet

Here are some reasons why you need to grab yourself an RFID blocking wallet:

• Secure the transmission of sensitive/confidential data 

Today, hackers are getting more and more creative. As technology advances, so are the tricks that they employ to steal and frustrate us. While this is truly sad, it is essential to protect ourselves from theft or compromise resulting from RFID scanners. Investing in an RFID blocking wallet is an excellent choice as RFID scanners are strong enough to penetrate through your clothes, backpacks, and handbags. We are always at risk of losing our sensitive and personal data. Having the proper measures in place to guard us is critical. The RFID Wallet provides the hustle-free way of protecting your sensitive and confidential data.

• Size and Durability 

When it comes to wallet sizes, this is a personal choice. There are different styles and types in the market today to suit different personalities and styles. Most often, we want to keep off bulky items wishing to have as little as possible on us at all times. Most wallets in the market today are smaller. The RFID wallet for men is no different. RFID Blocking technology is barely noticeable on your wallet. At Alpine Swiss, we use leather on our wallets for durability.

• Safety and Legality

RFID technology is legal, and you should not be worried about carrying it through various security points.

Advantages of an RFID Wallet for Men

While RFID will not protect you from physical theft of your wallet, it has some key benefits that you should take advantage of and grab yourself an RFID  blocking wallet. Main advantages of RFID wallets are:

Money Protection

Without access to your credit or debit cards, you are protected from losing money when using RFID Wallets.

Credit Card Protection

RFID blocking wallets will prevent unauthorized wireless access to your credit cards without your knowledge. It keeps them safe from tech-savvy thieves.

How to Care for Your RFID Wallet

• Dealing With Dirt and Dust - Use elbow grease and warm water. You can also use over the counter products designed for this purpose.
• Never over-stuff - Avoid overstretching your wallet by respecting the size of your wallet and how much it can hold. This will increase the lifespan of your wallet, especially Alpine Swiss wallets that are made from high-quality leather.
• Don't sit on them - You want to reduce the impact of pressure on your wallet. Too much pressure may irritate the leather as well as impact the RFID wallet's durability. This can also protect you from pickpockets especially when you have no zipped or buttoned your pocket. 
• Eliminate moisture - Leather RFID wallets can be prone to moisture challenges. Use a dry cloth and pat your wallet when it comes into contact with water.
• Eliminate dryness - When leather is cleaned with water, it can start to crack due to dryness challenges. Using a leather conditioner will solve this issue.

RFID Wallet Uses

It is preferable to choose an RFID blocking wallet if you plan to:

• Travel - Exposes you to different types of people. Protection against theft is thus paramount. Plus, while traveling think about a good quality briefcase.
• Camping in the countryside - Thieves are everywhere. In the countryside, it is easy to be a target due to the high target on people that might not be tech-savvy or aware of RFID wallets to offer protection.
• Long-term relocation - New locations have their challenges. The least of your worries should be the safety of your money and credit cards.
• RFID Wallet as a gift - Gifts is a way to another person's heart. Wallet can be a perfect gift idea. With an RFID wallet as a gift, you will be contributing to credit card and money safety for your loved ones and also standing out as a tech-savvy gifter.
• A night out - Crowded areas are ripe zones for thieves. Protecting yourself with an RFID wallet is a great choice and will ensure you can focus on having fun and worrying less about your pockets.
• Sporting events - Thieves are at all corners, and they know who and where to target. At sporting events, people are busy cheering on their best teams, and less focus is on their pockets. Having an RFID wallet means you don't have to worry about identity theft and can focus on cheering on your team.
• Festivals - Similar to sporting events and other crowded events, having an RFID wallet for men will be a great asset in ensuring no compromise when it comes to your identity and theft.

Different Types or Styles of RFID Wallets

Slim

This style is quite new and is quickly becoming a staple for the modern man. Due to their flat designs, they limit how many cards and cash one can carry.

Front Pocket

Minimalist front pocket wallet is pretty similar to the money clip wallet. While it has a bi-fold design, it is way thinner with fewer compartments and is often carried in the front pocket.

Bifold Wallet

It is foldable by half across its entire length. This is a standard wallet that is often referred to as a classic. It has a sleek design and is comfortable in your pockets. The Alpine Swiss collection of bifold RFID wallets for men is timeless and suits all your needs, and you can trust it's safety as a result of the RFID blocking technology.

Tri-fold

This is another classic favored by men. What sets the trifold apart from the bifold RFID wallet is the numerous compartments available.

Money Clip

This is a staple for men looking to embrace the minimalist lifestyle. In this style, there is a money clip to hold on to cash while there is a small thin pocket ideal for a few credit cards.
When whipping out your wallet, you don't want to be caught off guard with a wallet that is too stuffed, overflowing, torn, or in horrible conditions.

At Alpine Swiss, we have carefully crafted RFID wallet selection that our customers can trust. Technology advancement is not slowing down. We have seen the evolution of identity theft and its impact leading to increased loss and frustration among users. To ensure money and credit card protection, choose an RFID wallet. RFID wallets will give you the freedom and peace of mind to move around without fear.