What is a CVV Code?
CVV stands for Card Verification value.
The CVV is a 3 or 4 digit code embossed or imprinted on either the front or back of Visa,MasterCard,Discover,and American Express cards. This is an extra security measure to ensure that you have access or physical possession of the credit card itself in order to use the CVV code. For details on where to find your CVV code,please see the images below.
VISA,MasterCard,Discover
The CVV code is the last 3 digits after the credit card number on the back of the card in the signature area. If your card does not have a CVV code or you can not read the CVV code,please contact your credit card issuer.
American Express
The CVV code is the 4 digits after the credit card number on the front of the card.