3DS

What is 3DS?

3DS, or 3D Secure, is like a bouncer for your online purchases. It throws in an extra step—like entering a password or a code sent to your phone—to double-check that the person using your card is really you.

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Related Terms and Synonyms

  • 3DS1: The original 3D Secure, the first version.
  • 3DS2: The upgraded version, with better security and a smoother flow.

Card Network Related Terms

Different card companies call it different things:

  • Verified by Visa (Visa)
  • SecureCode (Mastercard)
  • J/Secure (JCB)
  • SafeKey (American Express)
  • ProtectBuy (Discover)