Spotting a fake SD card is easier than you think

Fake SD cards have been a problem for years, but there are some simple steps you can take to protect your wallet and your files.

By Erin Carson Nov. 15, 2026 4:00 pm EST Vladimir Sukhachev/Shutterstock Add Engadget on Google: Google Discover

If you're in the market for a new SD card, you might want to tread with a little extra caution. Buying a fake SD card online could cause you problems you didn't anticipate when all you wanted to do was save some files.