What is Tokenization in payment processing?

In payment processing, settlement is when the money moves from a customer to a merchant after a transaction is done.

A refund in payment processing is when a business gives back money to a customer after they've already paid. This typically happens if the customer doesn't like what they bought or doesn't need it anymore.

handle the transfer of money by communicating with the merchant, the customer's bank, and the merchant's bank. They make sure the payment details are correct, check if you have enough money, and then transfer the funds securely.

An issuer in payment processing is the bank or financial institution that provides you with a credit or debit card. They're the ones responsible for approving or declining transactions and managing your account.

The Funding time in a payment gateway is the period of time that it takes to fully settle the amount to the merchant’s account. The time it takes can vary depending on the payment method, payment gateway's settlement cycle.