Payment Card Industry

The Payment Card Industry (PCI) refers to the global network of companies and organizations that manage credit and debit card transactions. To protect cardholders' sensitive information, PCI established a set of security standards known as PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard). These standards help businesses that handle card payments ensure secure processing, storage, and transmission of card data. Compliance with these standards helps prevent fraud and data breaches, ensuring safe and reliable transactions for consumers and merchants alike.