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Network and processing

Powering the global payments ecosystem

Mastercard securely connects billions of businesses and consumers through a single global network — anywhere, anytime.

mastercard global network.

220+

markets and territories

155+

currencies

$143b

transactions processed in 2023

Payments at the speed of life

Mastercard's payment network powers global commerce, paving the way to a global economy that empowers everyone.

Innovation and speed

We’re building the future of commerce, with payment network services that create a faster, simpler and more rewarding experience.

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Resilience and reliability

We are continuously investing in a resilient and reliable global payment network with cutting-edge rapid response capabilities.

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Security and privacy by design

Mastercard Network benefits include: world-class security, privacy and threat-monitoring practices for all transactions and data.

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Doing well by doing good

From ACH network to multi-rail payments, environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters are core to our business strategy.

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Solutions

Advantages of the Mastercard Network

Powering secure global transactions, anywhere, any time.

Tokenization

Securing the payments ecosystem.

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Edge Connectivity

Enabling next-generation private connectivity to the Mastercard network.

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Transaction services

Frictionless global payment processing and services that deliver enriched insights.

Mastercard payment passkeys

Authentication made easy, thanks to our global payment solutions.

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Immediacy

The Mastercard Network enables payment processing with next-generation speed and efficiency.

Processing

The Mastercard Transaction Stream helps power the future for global payment processing.

Solutions powered by our network

Explore additional solutions that drive value and innovation for our partners.

 

Account-to-account

Our global payment solutions enable account-to-account payments that empower businesses.

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Consumer solutions

Help manage consumer needs with Mastercard technology.

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Ways to accept

Faster checkout, happier customers and guaranteed payment.

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Next generation of payments

Drive the future of global payment solutions.

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