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# What is Stripe?

## What is [Stripe](https://docs.stripe.com/security)?

Stripe is our trusted payment processor that handles all transactions on RaffleLink. Here's why we chose Stripe:

### World-Class Security & Reliability

* One of the largest payment processors globally, handling billions of dollars annually
* Used by major companies like Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Shopify, and thousands more
* Highest level of payment security certification (PCI Service Provider Level 1)
* Your payment information is encrypted and protected using industry-leading security standards

### How It Works

When you make a payment on RaffleLink:

1. Your payment information is sent directly to Stripe's secure servers
2. RaffleLink never sees or stores your credit card details
3. Stripe processes the payment and confirms the transaction
4. You receive a confirmation of your purchase

### Why This Matters

By using Stripe, we ensure your payments are:

* Secure: Protected by the same systems trusted by the world's largest companies
* Reliable: Backed by one of the most stable payment platforms available
* Safe: Your card details are never stored on RaffleLink's servers

When you see "Powered by Stripe" during checkout, you can be confident your payment is being handled by the industry's most trusted payment processor.


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