What Is Tokenization?
Tokenization is the process of protecting sensitive payment data by replacing it with an algorithmically generated number called a token. The token can then be passed through the internet or the various wireless networks needed to process the payment without exposing actual bank details.
Even with ongoing efforts to comply with the PCI Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, there are cases where businesses still need to retain payment information for repeat use. Tokenization helps protect that stored data by ensuring that the actual card number is not sitting in the merchant environment.
-- Why It Matters --
Stored Card Data Creates Risk
Merchants that save cards for subscriptions, repeat orders, invoices, or customer convenience need a safer way to process future payments. Tokenization keeps the payment flow usable while reducing exposure to raw cardholder data.
Tokenization Helps Protect Merchants
- Protect stored payment data by replacing card numbers with tokens.
- Support recurring billing without repeatedly collecting card information.
- Reduce PCI exposure by limiting the card data handled in the merchant environment.
- Improve customer convenience for repeat purchases and subscriptions.
- Strengthen payment security across gateway and platform workflows.
Technology Partners
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