What it is. PCI‑DSS is the global security baseline for anyone who stores, processes, or transmits card data. Level 1 is the highest tier and requires an annual on‑site audit by a Qualified Security Assessor plus quarterly ASV scans.

Why it matters. Level 1 status signals to acquirers, issuers, and regulators that transaction data is encrypted end‑to‑end, networks are penetration‑tested, and access is strictly role‑based, reducing breach risk and fines.

Where UInterface fits. UPayments holds Level 1 certification and is licensed by the Central Bank of Kuwait, so the heaviest compliance controls stay on our side of the fence while merchants work inside a far smaller PCI scope (SAQ‑A or SAQ‑A‑EP depending on checkout model).

UPayments LLC has been validated for Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) 4.0 compliance by ControlCase on the date mentioned in this certificate