• Visa Secure with EMV® 3-D Secure and 3DS Credit Card Authentication

    Next generation authentication to make global eCommerce secure in real time.

Visa Secure with EMV 3-D Secure Authentication

Visa pioneered the original 3-D Secure identification protocol more than 15 years ago to protect eCommerce transactions by providing an additional layer of card security and identity verification before authorisation. 3-D Secure (3DS) enables the exchange of data between the merchant, card issuer and, when necessary, the consumer, to validate that the transaction is being initiated by the rightful owner of the account. With advanced risk assessment capabilities, this technology enables seamless authentication for low-risk transactions, minimising the need for additional verification steps. As a result, customers can enjoy a smoother and more convenient online shopping experience, leading to increased satisfaction and higher conversion rates for merchants. 

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Benefits


Resources

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What is EMV 3-D Secure?

Learn more about how EMV 3DS credit card authentication makes e-commerce transactions more secure in real time.

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Get a one-page overview of how EMV 3-D Secure works.

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Vendor list and documentation

Please refer to the Visa Secure Services site for the approved list of 3-D Secure vendors and documentation to become compliant.

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Visa Secure assets and guidelines

Immediately access the Visa Secure badge assets, brand guidelines, and customer-facing FAQ.

Contact your Visa card issuer directly for more information