PCI DSS compliance when you route across processors

For the standard itself, see the PCI SSC document library.

Is Avendo PCI DSS compliant?

The service coordinates with PCI DSS certified processors, and the compliance framework was created under PCI DSS and privacy laws including the CPRA and EU GDPR. Merchants still have their own PCI obligations, typically confirmed through a self-assessment questionnaire.

How does tokenization work across multiple processors?

Tokenization replaces sensitive card data with secure digital tokens, so raw card numbers are not stored in your systems. It simplifies token management across multiple processors, which matters for subscriptions that must charge stored cards through whichever processor wins the transaction.

Who is responsible for PCI compliance in a routing setup?

Responsibility is shared. The processors and gateways handle card data within their certified environments, and the merchant remains responsible for its own checkout and systems. Ask the service which parts of card data handling sit with its partners so your compliance team can scope your assessment correctly.

What happens if one processor has an outage?

With one processor, an outage can stop checkout until it recovers. Processors such as Adyen publish status pages and system messages for this reason. In a multi-processor setup, other eligible processors remain connected. Confirm with the service how transactions are rerouted during a processor incident.

What does the Avendo dashboard show?

The dashboard gives approved merchants access to their transaction data and reports in one place, with visibility into how processors price each transaction and where each cost comes from. It is described as a plain-language view of what you are paying for.