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Modulr glossary

Tokenisation

Tokenisation is the process of replacing sensitive payment data with a non-sensitive token. This protects card details from fraud and data breaches. Modulr uses tokenisation to secure payment transactions and protect customer data, integrating it with virtual accounts to add a further layer of control.

Applications

E-commerce:

Reduces fraud in online card payments by verifying the cardholder's identity

Banking and fintech:

Helps issuers and payment providers comply with Strong Customer Authentication (SCA) requirements.

Advantages

  • Enhanced security: Reduces unauthorised transactions by verifying that the genuine account holder is authorising the payment
  • Fraud prevention: Helps reduce chargebacks related to fraud.

Challenges

  • User Experience: Additional authentication steps can cause friction and increase checkout abandonment
  • Implementation complexity: Requires integration with card schemes and issuer systems.

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