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Tips For Keeping Your POS Secure

How do you know your POS system is secure? Use our tips to make sure your system is implementing proper security measures to protect you and your customers.

    Matt Sherman
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Key Takeaways
  1. When choosing a point of sale POS system, focus on security measures such as end-to-end encryption, EMV chip readers, and two-step authentication, which are crucial for protecting sensitive payment and customer data from cyber threats.
  2. Daily transaction reviews can quickly identify and mitigate potential fraud or breaches.
  3. Regularly updating your POS software and installing additional anti-virus protection can enhance security, and understanding common misconceptions—such as the safety of cloud-based systems—can help small business owners make informed decisions about their POS security.
Matt Sherman

Matt Sherman

Lead Staff Writer at Merchant Maverick
Matt has been helping small businesses make decisions since 2017. He has written reviews and articles across many different channels but specializes in the point of sale, payroll, and small business insurance categories and has been quoted in articles for Fox Business, Forbes, and other publications. Prior to joining Merchant Maverick, Matt was a journalist and editor for 14 years for a pair of weekly newspapers. He is a graduate of the University of Oregon and currently resides in Gladstone, Oregon.
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