What is CVC code

The question of what a CVC code is, only arises for users of the World Wide Web who pay for goods and services online using a credit or debit card. Most virtual payment systems after the card number request the data of this code, and people are often lost, trying to enter a PIN or some kind of their password. As a result, payment does not pass, and the potential buyer remains in perplexity. So what is the mysterious CVC code and where to look for it?

CVC / CVV is a verification code of authenticity, additional figures of which are printed on a bank card. Its names are different. So, you can request an "authentication code" - CVV, "security code" or "personal security code".

Please note: in regular stores at the checkout you need to enter a PIN-code, i.e. password. And CVC-code is required only when paying online.

What is the code for?

Its main goal is to protect and secure purchases online. The seller will only see the customer's last name and name, and the code will be hidden from him. This is provided by a special connection that uses the SSL protocol. To increase security and make sure that the card is actually in the hands of its owner, you can also request information about the validity of the card.

Where it is located

CVC-code Visa and MasterCard in the standard version is in the signature field on the back of the card and represents a three-digit number. And on cards AMEX (American Express) it should be searched on the front side - it will be four digits.

The code is never printed with a relief, unlike the card number itself. It is not printed on paper checks, so it is unknown to outsiders.

If there is no code

It happens that there is no CVV / CVC code on the card, which means you can not pay online. We'll have to look for other ways of payment - WebMoney, Yandex.Money, etc. Or order another type of card on which the code will be present.

More digits

Another situation that raises questions for users is what to do if the back is not printed with three digits, but seven. In fact, there is no problem in this. The first four digits just duplicate the end of the card number, but the last three - this is the code you need.

Cases of fraud

Always make sure that the data about the code does not fall into the hands of third parties. For example, now on the network there is a well-known trick: on sites place an offer to check the security level of your card and for this you are asked to enter its number and CVC-code. Do you understand why this is really necessary? If you provide data, then actually give the fraudsters access to their bank account. They can easily use your card for any online payments or simply withdraw all possible money from it. So be careful!

Safety regulations

In order to make your online purchases really comfortable and safe, you must follow simple rules: do not place data about your card on unverified web resources, walk away from suspicious sites, delete personal information.

If the code is recognized by strangers

Everything happens in life, and the most reasonable action in this case will be an immediate call to the bank asking you to block your card.

And yet, paying for goods and services online is really very convenient - it helps to save a lot of time and increases the choice. The basic safety of such purchases is provided by CVC-code, and further - already questions of common sense and experience.