Datacap Logo

Mastercard BIN Range

Mastercard

The first six digits of your account number, otherwise known as the Bank Identification Number (BIN), determine how transactions are routed and identify your issuing bank.

Mastercard

Started by a group of banks in 1966, MasterCard recently celebrated its 50th anniversary. Originally known as the Interbank Card Association, it went through…

Credit card signature requirement is ending

Credit Card Signature

The beginning of the end of the credit card signature has started. Last week, VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express announced that they will no longer require signatures for in-store purchases. Many retailers may still want to use signatures to verify purchases…

MasterCard Update regarding BIN 2 Range: What you need to know

Mastercard

Starting in January of 2017, card issuers can begin issuing a new version of MasterCard. Pull out your wallet and you’ll see that the account number on your card starts with a “5”. The first six digits of your account number, otherwise known as the Bank Identification Number (BIN) determine how transactions are routed and identify your issuing bank.