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Is my payment information secure?

How Scento protects your payment information and ensures secure transactions.

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Is my payment information secure?

Yes, absolutely. All payments on Scento are processed securely through Stripe, one of the world's most trusted payment processors, using industry-leading encryption and security measures.

How We Protect Your Payments

Stripe Payment Processing

All transactions are processed by Stripe, which:

  • Handles payments for millions of businesses worldwide

  • Is trusted by companies like Amazon, Google, and Shopify

  • Maintains the highest level of security certification

PCI DSS Compliance

Stripe is PCI DSS Level 1 certified - the most rigorous level of security certification available. This means:

  • Regular independent security audits

  • Strict data handling procedures

  • Continuous monitoring for threats

Encryption

  • 256-bit SSL encryption - All data transmitted between you and our site is encrypted

  • HTTPS everywhere - Every page on Scento uses secure connections

  • Tokenization - Your card number is replaced with a secure token

What We Never See or Store

When you enter your payment details:

  • We never see your full card number

  • We never store your CVV/security code

  • Stripe handles all sensitive payment data directly

  • We only receive confirmation that payment succeeded

3D Secure Authentication

For extra protection, we use 3D Secure (also known as Verified by Visa or Mastercard SecureCode):

You enter your card details

Your bank verifies it's really you (via SMS, app, or password)

Only then is the payment processed

This adds an extra layer of security, especially for EU cards where it's required by law (PSD2 regulation).

Security Features at a Glance

Feature

Protection

SSL/TLS Encryption

All data encrypted in transit

PCI DSS Level 1

Highest security certification

3D Secure

Bank-level authentication

Tokenization

Card data never stored on our servers

Fraud Detection

Real-time monitoring for suspicious activity

Secure Checkout

Hosted by Stripe, not on our servers

Protecting Yourself

On Our Site

  • Look for https:// in the URL

  • Look for the padlock icon in your browser

  • Only enter payment details on the checkout page

General Tips

  • Never share your card details via email

  • Use strong, unique passwords for your account

  • Monitor your bank statements regularly

  • Enable transaction alerts with your bank

Is It Safe to Save My Card?

When you subscribe, your payment method is stored securely with Stripe:

  • Stripe stores your card details, not Scento

  • Encrypted storage with bank-grade security

  • Easy to remove anytime from Stripe's secure portal

  • Required for subscriptions to process monthly payments

What If Something Goes Wrong?

Unauthorized Charges

If you see a charge you didn't authorize:

Contact us immediately at [email protected]

Contact your bank to dispute the charge

We'll investigate and reverse any unauthorized transactions

Data Breach Response

While we maintain strict security:

  • We monitor for any security incidents

  • We would notify affected customers immediately

  • We would take all necessary remediation steps

Third-Party Payment Methods

Apple Pay & Google Pay

  • Card details stored in your device's secure element

  • Biometric or PIN authentication required

  • Token-based - your actual card number isn't shared

Regional Methods (iDEAL, Bancontact, Klarna)

  • Redirect to your bank's secure site

  • Authenticated through your banking credentials

  • Scento never sees your bank login details

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Still Need Help?

If you have security concerns or questions about how we protect your data, email [email protected]. We take your security seriously and are happy to address any concerns.

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