Is It Safe to Enter My Card Details on Forget Me Not Life Writing?

If you have ever hesitated when reaching an online checkout page, you are certainly not alone.

Many people have experienced a worrying online payment situation, heard stories about card fraud, or simply want to know exactly what happens to their information before making a purchase. That is completely reasonable.

Here is a clear explanation of how payments are handled when you purchase from Forget Me Not Life Writing.

I cannot access your full card details

When you pay by credit or debit card, your payment is handled securely through Shopify’s checkout and Shopify Payments.

I do not receive, handle or store your full card number or your card security code.

I receive only the order information needed to provide your purchase and assist you if you have a question, such as your name, email address, the product purchased, the amount paid and the payment status.

Please never send your card number to me by email, contact form or private message.

Your checkout connection is encrypted

Shopify uses TLS encryption, which is also commonly referred to as SSL, to protect information entered on its stores.

When you visit the checkout, you should see https at the beginning of the website address and a padlock symbol in your browser. This shows that the information travelling between your browser and the checkout is encrypted.

Shopify meets recognised payment-security standards

Shopify is certified as Level 1 PCI DSS compliant.

PCI DSS stands for Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard. It is the recognised security standard for organisations that process, store or transmit card information, and Level 1 is the highest level of PCI DSS compliance.

This means Shopify’s payment systems are required to meet strict standards for protecting cardholder information.

You can choose another payment method

PayPal is also available at checkout.

When you pay through PayPal, your full card or bank-account details remain within PayPal’s payment system rather than being provided to me. PayPal shares the information needed to complete your order, but I do not receive your full card number.

Depending on your country, browser and device, you may also be offered options such as Apple Pay, Google Pay or Shop Pay.

Your privacy and security matter

I created Forget Me Not Life Writing to be a warm, respectful and trustworthy place for people preserving their stories and planning for the future.

That care also extends to the way your personal information and payments are handled. I take your privacy and security seriously and use established payment providers rather than collecting card information myself.

If you have any questions before purchasing, please contact me. I am a real person, and I am always happy to explain the purchasing process or help you find the most comfortable way to place your order.

With warmth,
Annette
Forget Me Not Life Writing