What is a card timer, and when does it need to be activated?
The card timer is a feature designed to keep accounts safe from possible fraudsters or bad actors attempting to perform unauthorized transactions. When the timer is not activated, the Jiko Solid™ Debit Card will not process swipe transactions, keeping retail clients safe from one of the most vulnerable transaction types.
The card timer is a feature designed to keep accounts safe from possible fraudsters or bad actors attempting to perform unauthorized transactions. When the timer is not activated, the Jiko Solid™ Debit Card will not process swipe transactions, keeping retail clients safe from one of the most vulnerable transaction types.
A majority of users’ transactions (close to 80%) are chip transactions, which do not require activating the timer. The timer is only needed for swipe transactions, where chip transactions are unavailable.
Typical businesses that will swipe are restaurants, gas stations, bars, corner stores, and older establishments.