Technology & Precision Agriculture
Payment Processing Security Guide
A guide to keeping payment processing safe on a farm, covering card readers, online payments, and staff habits. Print a copy, follow each step in order, and keep the guide handy where you work.
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The steps on this page
- List where you accept payments
- Choose a trusted payment provider
- Keep card readers updated
- Limit who can issue refunds
- Check statements often
- Never store card numbers on paper
- Train staff on fraud signs
- Know whom to call after fraud
How to use this guide
Pin it up in the shop or barn. The numbered steps are a short reminder, and the notes lines are for details specific to your operation.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with CFPB and FDIC.
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