CVC
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Definition of CVC
Card Verification Code (CVC) refers to a security feature found on credit and debit cards, typically a three-digit code printed on the back of the card.
Also known as the CSC (Card Security Code) or CVV2 (Card Verification Value 2), it provides an additional layer of authentication for card-not-present transactions, such as online purchases.
The CVC helps verify that the person initiating the transaction has the physical card in their possession, enhancing payment security by reducing the risk of unauthorized usage.
What is CVC?
Card Verification Code (CVC) is a numerical security code associated with credit and debit cards.
It is often located on the back of the card and consists of three digits (or four digits for American Express cards).
The CVC serves as an extra layer of protection during card-not-present transactions, such as online purchases, where the cardholder's physical presence is not required.
By requesting the CVC, merchants and payment processors aim to ensure that the person making the transaction possesses the actual card and has legitimate authorization to use it, thus enhancing the security of electronic payments.
