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Your website must meet these requirements before Segpay can approve it for processing. They keep your site within legal and card brand standards and protect you from non-compliance fines.
Non-Compliance Assessments issued by the card brands range from USD 50,000 to USD 400,000 per assessment.
Requirements
Meet all six before submitting your site for approval.
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Establish clear ownership and control over your website's domain.
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Provide Segpay with access to member areas and all content.
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Make your policies transparent, accessible, and compliant with legal standards.
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Keep brand-damaging and illegal content off your site.
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Monitor and manage content your users create.
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Follow the rules on advertising, endorsements, and testimonials.
These requirements cover Segpay's minimum standards. Consult your legal counsel to understand your own legal obligations and confirm compliance with card brand regulations.
Why compliance matters
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Increases sales and customer confidence
A compliant website assures customers their transactions and data are secure, encouraging them to purchase with confidence.
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Saves money
Reduces costs from customer complaints, chargebacks, disputes, and fines by addressing potential issues before they arise.
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Protects financial security
Avoids penalties and fines from regulatory bodies and the card brands.
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Grows customer loyalty
Demonstrates your commitment to customer security and ethical practices, which builds trust and repeat business.
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Strengthens brand reputation
Positions you as a responsible business in the digital marketplace, which attracts customers and partnerships and protects you from brand damage.
Related references
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Rules and resources published by the card networks.
Need help?
Contact your Segpay Account Manager, or email sales@segpay.com.