The Security Swipe System is a point-of-sale credit and debit card fraud prevention system that uses high resolution digital images and SMS text notifications. When a card is swiped at a terminal, images of the transaction are captured, time stamped, and stored on a remote server. The system also notifies opted-in cardholders via SMS text. If a transaction is not confirmed, the merchant is alerted of potential fraud. The images and data collected can then aid in identifying defrauders and possible prosecution.