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title: Why was my transaction flagged as fraud even though it's legitimate?
description: Banks use automated systems to detect suspicious transactions. If your payment was flagged, you may need to contact your bank to authorize the transaction or try another payment method.
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# Why was my transaction flagged as fraud even though it's legitimate?

Banks use automated systems to detect suspicious transactions. If your payment was flagged, you may need to contact your bank to authorize the transaction or try another payment method.

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