Mail, telephone, and online credit card transactions are inherently more risky than in-person transactions, as you never physically have possession of or see the credit card. Thus, you must rely on other methods to determine if the person making the payment is an authorized user of the card.
A combination of technology and common sense can go a long way toward preventing fraudulent transactions. The simple precautionary steps you take can make a significant difference in protecting your business and your customers. The following are some suggestions on what to do. You can click on the Next links, located at the bottom of each screen, to read through the entire section. Or click one of the links below to jump to a particular area of interest.
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