Account Name Inquiry is now available

Is that really them? Add confidence with Account Name Inquiries

In online commerce, every transaction carries a degree of risk. You're constantly looking for ways to ensure smooth, secure payments and build trust with your customers. But how can you be more certain that the person behind the card is who they say they are? 

Account Name Inquiry (ANI) could be a smart addition to your fraud prevention toolkit that adds an extra layer of confidence to your card verifications. 

It quickly verifies if the name provided by the customer matches the name on file with the issuing bank. You can make this simple yet powerful check during onboarding or before a transaction. The result? You gain valuable insight, helping you to flag potentially fraudulent activity before it affects your bottom line or customer trust.

What transactions does ANI support?

You can use ANI for all transactions - including card verifications, card payouts, and Account Funding Transactions (AFTs), to gain an extra layer of verification wherever it matters most. 

By combining ANI with other verification tools such as Address Verification Service and 3D Secure, you can create a more robust and multi-layered defense against fraud. This can give you even greater confidence when verifying your customers' details, leading to fewer disputes and a more secure environment for everyone.

How widely is it supported?

Issuer support for Account Name Inquiry is increasing across all regions, so it's an increasingly valuable tool. If an issuer can't support an ANI request, you'll receive a clear response from our API.

Explore our documentation to start using Account Name Inquiry today. And for more personalized guidance or to discuss how ANI can specifically help your business, please reach out to your dedicated Account Manager or raise a support request.