Why is pre-authorization necessary for fuel cards?
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Because the data on the fuel card chip and the data in the database are stored separately and not synchronized in real time. When a car owner recharges the fuel card online, the server records the recharge data, but the data is not yet updated on the fuel card. It needs to be synchronized to the fuel card through pre-authorization at the gas station, which is equivalent to confirmation and activation. Only then can the card be used normally; otherwise, the money will not be credited to the card. Pre-authorization is the process of synchronizing the data from the server to the fuel card. For online recharge of fuel cards, you need to perform a pre-authorization operation at a gas station using a pre-authorization machine: Insert the card into the slot of the pre-authorization machine, enter the fuel card password, and then enter the pre-authorization system. There are two options: pre-authorization and query. Select the pre-authorization option. Then choose the pre-authorization type, which includes options for e-wallet and points. Select the e-wallet option. Enter the pre-authorization amount and press the confirm button. A transaction success prompt indicates that the pre-authorization is successful. Pre-authorization for fuel cards is a protective mechanism for the balance, so do not write the pre-authorization password directly on the fuel card, as this would defeat the purpose of protection.