EMV (Europay, MasterCard, Visa)

EMV (Europay, MasterCard, Visa) is a global standard for secure payment cards and transactions. It uses embedded microchips in credit and debit cards to store and protect your financial information. When you make a transaction, the chip creates a unique code that verifies the card’s authenticity, reducing the risk of fraud. EMV cards often require a PIN or signature for added security. This standard has replaced magnetic stripe cards in many regions to ensure safer, more reliable transactions worldwide. Overall, EMV enhances security while allowing convenient, compatible payments across different systems.