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> On Mon, 21 May 2012 15:07:41 -0500, Sqwertz >
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> >It would be illegal to program your gas pumps POS terminals to require
> >the ZIP code. And the credit card clearinghouses know this. I
> >suspect it's one or two branded gas stations chains that do this. And
> >they could (and will) be sued with the recent rulings against this
> >practice.
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> It is done often and in different states and different gas companies.
> IMO, it is a good security measure. Recently, I lost my corporate gas
> card and someone ran up about $600 in charges. All at one station in
> two days. If the zip had to be put in, it would have been rejected.
> While it did not have to be paid, it was a PITA to get it taken care
> of, new card issued, etc.
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> I really don't care who knows my zip code. It is not a secret and
> contains no personal information.
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> >I'm know. I'm picking nits. But I would file a complaint and not buy
> >gas there.
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> I'd not waste my time. It is not just gas stations, other POS
> terminals are asking for the zip.

On a recent trip I swiped my business card and the pumps asked for zip
code. Nice that they're being proactive about it.