PCI compliance is essential for any organization that processes credit card transactions to ensure the security of cardholder data.

One Church Software is a PCI Compliant Service Provider, adhering to the highest security standards in the payment card industry as required by the PCI Security Council. This compliance is crucial for protecting personal and financial information and preventing data breaches.

For organizations using One Church Software for payment processing, the PCI compliance process involves completing a Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ A). This questionnaire is designed to confirm that you are not storing sensitive cardholder data and that all payment processing is outsourced to a PCI-compliant provider like One Church Software.

Crucially, churches should never collect credit card information from donors directly, including manually on paper. All credit card donations should be processed through the secure online system within One Church Software. This ensures the highest level of security for both the church and its donors.

The SAQ A includes a series of yes/no questions. These questions serve as a valuable learning tool, guiding the church on best practices for secure payment processing. By carefully answering each question, the church can better understand its responsibilities and ensure compliance with PCI standards.

It's important to note that if you are using One Church Software exclusively for payment processing and adhere to the secure payment guidelines (i.e., no manual credit card collection), the PCI compliance process should be straightforward. You should not be required to undergo additional scans if the SAQ A is completed correctly and all transactions are processed securely within the One Church Software platform.

For more information on PCI compliance and to ensure your organization is following the correct procedures, you can visit the What’s New with Self-Assessment Questionnaires article.