Data-capture

Customizing Data Capture on the Paytia Platform

This guide explains how to configure the Data-Capture section on the Paytia platform, including setting up custom fields and enabling the Address Verification System (AVS) to enhance your payment processing.

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Contents of the Data-Capture Feature

1. Accessing Data-Capture

   • Navigate to the Configure User Screen category on the left-hand menu of the Paytia platform.
   • Select the sub-menu labelled Data-Capture.

   

2. Preconfigured Fields

   • The payment screen is preconfigured to collect basic transaction and customer details, such as transaction and account references.

3. Customizing Fields

   • Use the Data-Capture page to add or edit field names according to your requirements.
   • Click the edit icon under the Action column to modify individual fields.
   • Define whether the field is required or optional, if it will be hidden or displayed, and whether the data will be sent to your payment service provider (PSP).

4. Data Utilization

   • All information collected is stored on the Paytia platform and included in reports, alerts, and your Payment History, accessible under Reports and Alerts.

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Address Verification System (AVS)

1. What Is AVS?
   The Address Verification System (AVS) captures customer address information and performs verification checks with your payment service provider to ensure accuracy.

2. Configuring AVS

   • Navigate to the Data-Capture sub-menu.
   • Enable AVS Check using the toggle at the top-right corner of the page.
   • Specify the address fields required for AVS checks, such as house number, billing city, and postcode.
     
     

3. Benefits of AVS

   • Enhances transaction security.
   • Reduces the risk of fraudulent payments by verifying customer address details during the payment process.

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Summary

• The Data-Capture feature lets you customize the fields on your payment screen to collect transaction and customer details tailored to your needs.
• The Address Verification System (AVS) adds an additional layer of security by validating address information with your PSP.
• Data captured through this configuration is accessible in reports, alerts, and payment history for streamlined record-keeping and analysis.

By following these steps, you can optimize your data capture process to improve payment accuracy and security on the Paytia platform.