Privacy and data protection have been paramount to our business for 45 years and continue to be. Our commitment to privacy and data protection is at the core of our value proposition to consumers and businesses. Simply put, MasterCard does not receive cardholder names and contact information with card transactions. Nor does MasterCard link our anonymous information to individuals.

MasterCard is confident that we are in a strong position to address Senator Rockefeller’s concerns.

About MasterCard

MasterCard (NYSE: MA) is a global payments and technology company. It operates the world’s fastest payments processing network, connecting consumers, financial institutions, merchants, governments and businesses in more than 210 countries and territories. MasterCard’s products and solutions make everyday commerce activities - such as shopping, traveling, running a business and managing finances - easier, more secure and more efficient for everyone. Learn more at www.mastercard.com, follow us on Twitter @mastercardnews or join the conversation on The Heart of Commerce Blog.