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Smarter fraud protection, built into every WEX card

WEX doesn’t just react to fraud; we help prevent it. With AI-powered tools, customizable spend controls, and decades of fleet payment experience, we deliver protection you can trust.

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Did you know fuel fraud is estimated to drain up to 22% of a fleet’s total spend?*

We’re here to make sure that doesn’t happen to you.

*Banavar, H. (2024) The hidden hazard: how fraud is impacting fleets’ bottom line. CFO.com.

Fraud detection with AI capabilities:

  • AI-powered fraud detection: Our systems continuously learn your fleet’s patterns to detect and block suspicious activity in real time.
  • Powerful spend controls: You decide who can use each card, when, and for what. Set limits by product category, time of day, gallons per fill-up, and more.
  • Real-time alerts: Get notified the moment something seems off, so you can take quick action.
  • Actionable insights: Spot trends, uncover misuse, and improve fuel efficiency with easy-to-read, customizable reports.
  • Detailed transaction data: Get line-item visibility to track spending, catch issues early, and stay in control.
  • Dedicated fraud experts: Our in-house fraud team constantly evaluates and improves our detection capabilities to stay ahead of new threats.

The WEX difference

Unlike general-purpose cards, WEX is built for fleets — with security, control, and visibility in every transaction. With decades of fleet payment expertise, AI capabilities, and a dedicated fraud team, we’re not just a provider, we’re your partner in protection.

Real results you can count*

We’ve got your back, and the data to prove it. WEX customers benefit from industry-leading protection with less hassle and less loss:

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fraud rate,

with fewer than 1 in 12,000 transactions confirmed as fraudulent.

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more fraud stopped
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less loss from fraud
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fewer declines on valid transactions*

*Based on WEX customer transaction data from a recent 60-day period, including fraud rates and outcomes where AI-driven models flagged suspicious activity.

Ready for smarter fraud protection?