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Fraud Prevention & Chargeback Protection for Event Ticketing

Protect your ticket revenue with multi-layer defenses: Smart-Block abusive buyers, rule-based CVV/ZIP/Address and 3D Secure, pre-chargeback actions, instant ticket voiding, and one-click dispute responses.

Fraud prevention and chargeback protection for event ticketing

Stop Fraud, Keep Conversions High

  • Use your own processor: recognizable statement name & phone reduces unrecognized disputes.
  • Rule-based validation: apply CVV/ZIP/address and 3DS more strictly for large or first-time purchases.
  • Smart-Block: identify, block and learn from abusive buyers automatically.
  • Pre-chargeback actions: when supported, refund strategically or void tickets before the event.
  • One-click responses: auto-compile evidence into Word/PDF for faster disputes.
  • Alternative payments: accept Zelle, Venmo, Cash App, Wise or bank transfer when appropriate.

How Ticketor Protects Your Ticketing

Prevent

  • Familiar statement name & phone (your processor)
  • CVV/ZIP/address checks
  • 3D Secure where supported
  • Checkout acknowledgment checkbox
  • Alternative payment methods

Detect

  • Risk-based rules by amount & customer history
  • Smart-Block pattern matching
  • Pre-chargeback alerts (processor-dependent)

Respond

  • Void invoices and tickets instantly
  • One-click chargeback response (Word/PDF)
  • Refund selectively to avoid penalties

Media

Ticketing fraud dashboard with Smart-Block matches and dispute status
Prevent, detect and respond workflow for ticketing fraud
Voided ticket and ready-to-submit chargeback response

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Ticketor vs. Typical Ticketing on Fraud Handling

Capability Ticketor Typical Platforms
Smart-Block abusive buyers Built-in, adds new identifiers automatically Often manual or basic email-only blocks
Risk-based rules (CVV/ZIP/Address, 3DS) Rules by amount & buyer history Static, on/off only
Pre-chargeback alerts handling Supported where processor provides alerts Limited visibility or slow workflows
One-click dispute response Templates auto-fill data to PDF/Word Manual compilation of evidence
Instant voiding of tickets/invoices Yes, before event Often restricted or delayed

More Frequently Asked Questions

Does Ticketor support 3D Secure (3DS) for ticketing?

Yes. Where supported by your processor/bank, you can enable 3DS and apply it via Ticketor’s rules so higher-risk purchases get extra verification.

How does Smart-Block stop abusive or fraudulent buyers?

It uses multiple identifiers (email, phone, billing address, card data and device markers). If matched, the purchase is blocked and new identifiers are added automatically.

Can I add a required acknowledgment at checkout to discourage chargebacks?

Yes. Add a custom checkbox buyers must accept (e.g., contact organizer first; abusive chargebacks may lead to a permanent ban).

Do you support pre-chargeback or early dispute alerts?

If your processor offers them (e.g., Stripe), Ticketor surfaces alerts so you can refund or void proactively.

What evidence goes into the one-click chargeback response?

Buyer info, invoice/transaction details, your policies, and event attendance/scanning data, auto-filled into Word/PDF.

Can I void tickets and invoices when I receive a dispute before the event date?

Yes. Void invoices and deactivate tickets so they cannot be scanned; inventory returns for resale.

Which validations can I enforce at checkout?

CVV collection and billing ZIP/numeric street validation via your processor. Use Ticketor rules to apply stricter checks to high-value or first-time orders.

Do buyers see my name on their statement to reduce unrecognized disputes?

Yes. Using your processor means your name (and phone, where configured) appears on the statement, which reduces accidental disputes.

Can I accept non-card payments like Zelle or bank transfer?

Yes. You can accept Zelle, Venmo, Cash App, Wise and bank transfers alongside cards when appropriate.

How should I budget for unavoidable fraud and chargebacks?

Track a small historical percentage and offset it using service charges or pricing adjustments in Ticketor while enforcing fraud rules.

Keep Your Ticket Revenue Safe

Enable Smart-Block, rules and one-click responses in minutes.

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