What are the key timelines and milestones ?

In April 2026, PCI PTS 6 will replace PCI PTS 5 with updated security standards. Following are some key timelines and milestones you should be aware of.

Feature freeze (Aug 2025 onwards)

  • Firmware version 1.120, releasing in August 2025, will be the last major update in the Engage lineup.

  • No new features or payment methods will be added to terminals after August 2025.

  • Bug fixes, security, and compliance updates will continue.

  • Businesses can order PCI PTS 5 devices until April 30, 2026.

PCI PTS 5 expiry: End of sales (April 30, 2026)

  • Adyen will stop selling PCI PTS 5 devices.

  • Platforms must stop selling to sub-merchants.

  • Existing devices will remain operational.

  • Replacements are allowed if stock is available.

  • Bug fixes, security, and compliance updates will continue.

Software support ends (April 2029)

  • Active devices will remain operational.

  • Bug fixes will stop. Only security and compliance patches can be provided at Adyen’s discretion.

Final retirement (TBD)

  • No mandatory retirement date has been decided yet.

  • Adyen will provide a three-year notice before setting a retirement date.

  • Businesses using Adyen’s P2PE (Point-to-Point Encryption) compliance solution must replace PCI PTS 5 devices by April 30, 2031 and upgrade to PCI PTS 6 (or higher).

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