With the deadline for the PCI 3.X EFTPOS upgrade looming, now is the ideal time to explore your upgrade options. In this blog post, we will explore the latest EFTPOS solutions and discuss how this upgrade is a good opportunity to switch providers.
The sunset date for PCI 3.X payment terminals is September 30 2024. Haven't heard the news? You're not alone!
It's standard practice for EFTPOS terminal providers to proactively upgrade their long-term subscription customers for PCI security compliance upgrades. However, many EFTPOS providers are yet to upgrade the majority of their customers. This is largely due to supply chain issues stemming from the pandemic.
Good news for Eftpos NZ customers! Your terminal is either already compliant or will be upgraded well ahead of the deadline.
Check Your Terminal
Check the Device Register on the Payments NZ website here, or download our handy checklist which lists all PCI 3.x EFTPOS terminals registered in New Zealand below.
The PCI Security Standards Council, a global organisation, establishes the security benchmarks for payments. Payments NZ serves as the regulatory body responsible for upholding these security standards in New Zealand. Payments NZ sets sunset dates for each new payment terminal and software version introduced to the market. This proactive approach safeguards cardholders against fraud and protects the reputation of merchants.
Did you know that New Zealand has over 100 active EFTPOS providers, offering a wide range of EFTPOS terminal brands? Our customers are already enjoying the advanced features of Android EFTPOS. Is your provider keeping up?
Verifone Android devices are compliant until 2029 and come in a wide range of options - from grab-and-go portable solutions to unattended kiosk devices. Enjoy fast charging and long battery life, enhanced reporting, email receipts, dynamic connectivity, contactless surcharging, enhanced refunds, seamless integration with over 700 POS systems, and a host of other benefits and features.
If you have a PCI 3.X device, it will need a physical terminal replacement rather than just a software update. If you're already considering an upgrade, why not take this opportunity to get in touch with your provider and ensure you're completely satisfied with their service?
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