Encryption
Clearent uses advanced encryption technologies to protect payment data during every stage of the transaction process. Encryption helps ensure that sensitive information is secure from the moment a transaction starts until it reaches its final destination.
How Encryption Works
Encryption is the process of converting sensitive information into unreadable code. Only authorized parties with a decryption key can unlock the data. This makes encrypted data useless to hackers if intercepted.
Step-by-Step Process
Transaction Start: The customer swipes, dips, keys, or taps their card on an encrypted device.
Data Encryption: The card data is instantly converted into an unreadable code before leaving the device.
Secure Transmission: The encrypted data is securely sent to Clearent's PCI-compliant data center.
Decryption: Once the data reaches Clearent, it is decrypted and sent to the bank for authorization.
PCI-validated Point-to-Point Encryption
Clearent’s PCI-validated Point-to-Point Encryption (P2PE) solution offers an extra layer of protection for card data in transit. P2PE encrypts data immediately when a card is swiped, dipped, keyed, or tapped and keeps it encrypted until it reaches Clearent's secure environment.
Benefits of PCI-Validated P2PE
Reduced PCI Scope: Encrypted payment devices help businesses reduce their PCI DSS scope, simplifying compliance efforts.
Simplified Compliance: Merchants using encrypted devices no longer need to conduct vulnerability scans or penetration tests.
Faster PCI Self-Assessment: Merchants can complete the simplified SAQ P2PE form, reducing their questionnaire from over 80 questions to just 32.
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