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HID PCI PTS 6.x Compliant Ticket Validators: Securing Payments for a Smoother Ride in Public Transit

As public transit agencies and operators embrace contactless payments, securing every transaction is essential. Ticket validators and readers play a crucial role in processing fares quickly and securely. However, with this convenience comes the responsibility of protecting passenger payment data from cyber threats. This is where Payment Card Industry PIN Transaction Security (PCI PTS) 6.x compliance comes in, ensuring that every tap or scan is safeguarded.

What Is PCI PTS 6.x Compliance?

PCI PTS 6.x is the latest security standard for payment terminals, designed to strengthen encryption, prevent fraud and ensure secure transaction processing. Established by the PCI Security Standards Council, it helps protect against evolving payment threats and enhances overall payment security.

Why PCI PTS 6.x Compliance Matters in Public Transit

For public transit agencies, operators and system integrators, PCI PTS 6.x compliance is essential for securing fare collection and maintaining passenger trust. Key benefits include:

  • Stronger Data Protection — Advanced encryption and authentication measures safeguard passenger payment data from unauthorized access and cyber threats
  • Faster, More Efficient Transactions — Optimized cryptographic protocols minimize processing delays, improving the passenger experience
  • Better Risk Management — Compliance with PCI PTS 6.x minimizes fraud and data breaches, ensuring secure transactions and regulatory adherence for transit agencies
  • Future-Proofing Until 2031 — Long-term protection as security requirements evolve
  • Simple Compliance Upgrade — Agencies using HID's VAL100, VAL150 and TripTick™220 can upgrade their ATR220 ticket reader to PCI PTS 6.x compliance through a firmware update, eliminating the need for new hardware

The Role of Ticket Validators in PCI PTS 6.x Compliance

PCI PTS 6.x-compliant ticket validators and readers help transit agencies and operators maintain secure, reliable fare collection systems. Upgrading compliance ensures stronger security, improved efficiency and reduced risks.

HID’s Role in Supporting PCI PTS 6.x Compliance

HID offers PCI PTS 6.x-compliant ticket validators and readers, including the VAL100, VAL150 and TripTick220. These devices provide:

  • Seamless system integration with existing transit fare collection infrastructure
  • Long-term compliance assurance to keep payment systems secure

The Future of Secure Transit

Upgrading ticket validation hardware to PCI PTS 6.x compliance is more than just meeting industry standards — it’s about elevating the passenger experience while securing financial transactions.

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