What is PCI Compliance?

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is a set of requirements designed to ensure that ALL companies that process, store or transmit credit card information maintain a secure environment. Essentially any merchant that has a Merchant ID (MID).

How do I know if I Comply?

When you establish a merchant account with a clearing house or utilize any software to collect and process credit card transactions, the organizations providing these services must pass a series of tests to be deemed PCI compliant. These tests involve a thorough examination of the infrastructure (servers, networks, firewalls, etc), security practices and overall system design. When choosing an software company or merchant clearing house, you must be sure that both meet these standards.

What happens if I am not PCI DSS Compliant?

If you are non-compliant, you are subject to fines from the card associations. If your security is compromised because of your non-compliance, you risk financial loss, additional fines, loss of business, damage to your brand's reputation, and other loss of critical systems.

How does IFN Enterprises help me?

IFN Enterprises helps you by meeting these requirements in the two primary areas needed for you to run your business in confidence. First, all software provided by IFN Enterprises is certified as PCI compliant. Second, your underlying merchant account provider is also compliant and meets all regulations needed to process credit card transactions legally and securely. When used together, you can rest assured that your daily transactions are secure and all steps are taken to maintain the PCI compliance standard.

Links to Additional Resources and Information

PCI Compliance Guide
TrustWave
PCI Security Standards Site
Visa CISP
MasterCard SDP
Discover Network DISC
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