PCI-DSS (Version 1.2.1)

TechProcess’ online payments processing platform has been assessed and certified as compliant to the PCI-DSS (Version 1.2.1) standard.

PCI DSS stands for Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard. The standard represents a set of security practices that help ensure the safe handling of card data by preventing fraud through increased controls. This standard applies to all organizations that store, process, or exchange cardholder information related to American Express, Discover, JCB, MasterCard or Visa branded cards.

With the PCI-DSS Certification in place, Techprocess’ payment gateway can ensure the highest standards of security & compliance w.r.t.:
~ Establishment of a secure network in which online transactions are conducted
~ Safe storage & encryption of card holder data during transmission
~ Updated anti-virus software that protect systems against the activities of malicious hackers
~ Access to system information & operations strictly on a need-to-know basis
~ Constantly monitored & regularly tested networks that ensure that all security measures & processes are in place & functioning properly
~ Establishment of a formal information security policy

With the internet emerging as a mainstream channel for business, cutting-edge security has become a very important consideration in selecting a payment processing platform. The PCI-DSS compliance will lead to increased controls for online card based transactions on the Techprocess payment gateway – this will mean more comfort & greater confidence in transacting online for the end customer, merchant & bank.