Secure Payment
Secure Payments with TDSA
At Tactical Distributors SA, your security and convenience come first.
We know that trust is essential when shopping online. That’s why every transaction on our website is processed through trusted, South African-based payment gateways that use the latest bank-level encryption and fraud protection technologies.
All payments are handled securely off-site by our payment partners. TDSA never stores your card details.
Our Payment Gateways
We partner with leading South African payment service providers to ensure secure, reliable and easy online payments:
1. PayFast
PayFast is committed to keeping you and your information secure, with multiple safeguards to protect both buyers and sellers from fraudulent transactions.
Extended Validation SSL with 256-bit encryption – the highest level of encryption currently available, used by only two of the four major South African banks.
3D Secure enabled for all credit card transactions over R1000.
All sensitive data is encrypted within their own database.
Weekly penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities (exceeding the industry requirement of every three months).
Entire platform served over secure servers, reducing phishing risks.
Advanced monitoring systems including GEO IP tracking, velocity testing, BIN/IIN validation, and database checks.
2. PayGate (DPO)
Paygate is one of South Africa’s most established online payment providers, trusted for over two decades.
Supports multiple payment methods including Visa, MasterCard, debit cards, and Instant EFT.
Fully PCI DSS Level 1 compliant — the highest level of payment card industry certification.
Fraud screening tools to detect and block suspicious transactions.
All communications between Paygate and your browser are encrypted using SSL technology.
Transactions are authorised in real-time, ensuring quick payment confirmation.
3. PayJustNow
PayJustNow offers customers a flexible, interest-free payment plan, splitting the total into three equal instalments paid over three months — without extra fees.
PCI DSS compliant – meeting global security standards for handling card payments.
Uses bank-grade encryption to secure all transactions.
Payments are processed instantly, with immediate order confirmation.
No credit checks for approval, making it fast and hassle-free.
No storage of sensitive card information on TDSA systems — handled entirely by PayJustNow.
4. Ozow
Ozow is a fast, secure instant EFT payment solution that allows you to pay directly from your bank account without using a card.
No need to register — simply select your bank and log in securely.
Bank-grade security with full SSL encryption for all transactions.
Payments are cleared instantly, allowing for immediate order processing.
Compliant with PCI DSS standards and South African banking regulations.
Your banking login details are never stored — they are entered securely within your bank’s own environment.
5. Yoco
6. Stitch Express
These gateways are PCI-DSS compliant, SSL-secured, and approved by all major South African banks.
Accepted Payment Methods
You can pay securely using any of the following options:
1. Credit and Debit Cards
Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Maestro, and Visa Electron (including Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay)
2. Instant EFT (Instant Bank Transfer)
Pay instantly and securely from your South African bank account using Ozow, PayFast Instant EFT, SiD Secure EFT or Capitec Pay
3. Buy Now, Pay Later
Split your purchase into 3 interest-free instalments with PayJustNow — no credit checks or fees.
4. Bank Deposit / Manual EFT
Prefer to pay manually? Simply transfer funds into our account and send proof of payment to help@tdsa.co.za for quick order processing.
5. QR Code Payments
Scan and pay using compatible mobile banking apps and digital wallets.
6. Store & Credit Accounts
Pay using supported store cards or Mobicred where available.
7. International Payments
Accepted through PayGate using international cards or PayPal.
Shop with Confidence
Every payment you make on our website is:
• Protected by bank-grade encryption
• Processed via secure, verified channels
• Authenticated and fraud-checked in real time
• Completely private – your card details are never stored or shared.
We take your trust seriously and are committed to providing a smooth, secure, and hassle-free checkout experience.
If you have any questions about payment options or experience any issue during checkout, please contact our team at help@tdsa.co.za — we’re always here to assist.
Tactical Distributors SA — Trusted. Secure. South African.
