Whether you do business face-to-face, over the phone, through the mail, or online, security is an important priority. When you accept Visa(R) cards for payment, you have access to programs and tools that can help prevent fraud and ensure that you and your customers are better protected.

Visa's Layers of Security are Key to Protection

Visa has developed multiple fraud prevention and detection systems and programs. The best way for you to protect your business from fraud is to use a layered approach, so that one fraud prevention tool complements another.
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Account Information Security (AIS)

Protecting sensitive Visa transaction information is critical to consumer confidence and ongoing business success. The Visa Account Information Security Program helps to ensure that merchants who process, transmit, store, or access account or transaction information are protecting the data properly.
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Security Features Built Into Every Visa Card

Every Visa card comes with multiple identification and security features. Checking these features can help you differentiate between authentic and counterfeit Visa cards and protect your business from fraudulent transactions
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Watch Out for the Warning Signs

You can help reduce your risk of becoming a target of fraud by recognizing the warning signs. Get practical tips, information and advice that can make your business smarter and safer.
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