Experts Debunk TikTok Claims About AirDrop Credit Card Theft

Viral TikTok videos alleging hackers can steal financial data via AirDrop have been proven false by tech experts and Apple’s security protocols.

TikTok videos falsely claim hackers can steal credit card information via Apple’s AirDrop feature, leading to widespread misinformation.
Experts confirm that AirDrop cannot access or share encrypted financial data stored in Apple Wallet or Apple Pay.
The rumors may stem from confusion over the NameDrop feature, which only allows contact sharing with user consent and does not involve financial data.
Apple’s security measures, including encryption and device-specific account numbers, ensure that sensitive financial information is highly secure.
While AirDrop poses no risk to financial data, users are advised to practice general security hygiene by disabling AirDrop when not in use.