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by rootusrootus 844 days ago
They have a page that says pretty much exactly that, as well: https://support.privacy.com/hc/en-us/articles/360012288214-F...

What's interesting is that they seem to be glossing over the truth. It's not unauthorized, per se, it's using a prior authorization code. And it's intended for processing offline transactions. It seems like 'force' is an industry term and a bit hyperbolic when used in lay discussion.

More discussion here: https://www.tidalcommerce.com/learn/force-sale-credit-card

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It's the equivalent of a payment processor claiming a dog ate their homework.