An official educational resource established under the Payment Card Interchange Fee Settlement, In re Payment Card Interchange Fee & Merchant Discount Antitrust Litigation, MDL No. 1720 (E.D.N.Y.).

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Putting It Into Practice

Practical steps for training staff, updating signage, and configuring your POS.

What it means

This topic explains, in plain English, how Putting It Into Practice works under the Settlement and how it may affect the way you accept card payments. Detailed guidance for this topic is being prepared and reviewed by Equitable Relief Class Counsel.

The rules you have to follow

Rules vary based on your state, the card network, and how your business accepts payments. Use the Decision Tool for a quick starting point, or contact Support with your specific question.

How to display it

When new practices affect what customers pay, the Settlement generally requires clear, up-front disclosure — before the customer commits to a purchase.

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Not sure if this applies to you?

Try the five-question Decision Tool, or contact the Merchant Support Center. Everything is free.