Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is a card brand?

A card brand, often called a card network or even card association, is an organization that faciitates payment card transacations. The card brand determines and regulates the who, where and how their cards can be used. Some examples of card brands are Discover, American Express, Mastercard and Visa.

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