What is csc on card?

"CSC on card" refers to the Card Security Code (CSC), also known as the Card Verification Value (CVV) or CVV2, being printed directly on the payment card itself. This is in contrast to the older method where the CSC was embossed or printed on a separate slip.

However, CSC is not typically printed directly on the card. The CSC (usually a 3 or 4 digit number) is a security feature printed separately on the card, usually in a magnetic stripe or on the back of credit and debit cards. It's designed to verify that the person making a purchase physically possesses the card.

The confusion might arise from:

• Misunderstanding of terminology: Someone might mistakenly use "on card" to describe its presence on the physical card, even though it's a separate element.
• Specific card types: While rare, there might be niche or specialized cards with a different format for the CSC. However, this is not the standard for widely used credit and debit cards.
• Incorrect information: The source of the information claiming "CSC on card" might be incorrect or outdated.

In summary: While the CSC is on the physical card, it's not usually printed directly onto the card surface in the same way as the card number or expiry date. It's a separate security feature printed on the card. Always refer to the official documentation of your card issuer for clarification.