How to shelter yourself from payment card breaches

Data breaches at retailers aren't going away, but there are ways consumers can protect themselves from future heists of their payment card information.

The Associated Press compiled five ways to protect yourself:

1. Consider another way to pay, such as PayPal or Apple Pay.

2. Sign it, don't pin it.

3. Beware of email scammers.

4. Keep up with statements.

5. Go old school (pay with cash).

Read more from The Associated Press.