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This page describes key differences between Powered By Marqeta (PxM) and Managed By Marqeta (MxM). It helps you decide which card program to pursue and directs you to relevant information.

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Card program models

Depending on your desired level of control and responsibility, Marqeta can work with you in one of the following ways:
  • Powered By: Marqeta assists with certain configuration elements, then enables you to use the platform independently.
  • Managed By: Marqeta is the Program Manager and manages your program for you, providing a full-service experience and configuring most of the critical resources required by your production environment.

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Card program requirements

The table below lists the primary tasks related to launching a production card program and clarifies who is responsible under each engagement model.

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Learn more

Depending on how you choose to integrate with Marqeta, you will participate in some or all of the following processes.
  • Sales process
  • Due diligence
  • Integration verification
  • Security verification
  • Business readiness
To learn more about the processes and requirements for Powered By Marqeta, see Building Your Powered By Marqeta Card Program. To learn more about card program configuration for Managed By Marqeta, see Building Your Managed By Marqeta Card Program.

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Get started

Refer to the Core API Reference documentation to learn more about each endpoint of the Marqeta platform, including supported methods, fields, and code samples. Marqeta also offers a series of guides that introduce you to important Marqeta concepts and how they fit into the payments ecosystem. Use the public sandbox environment to explore the capabilities of the Marqeta platform. To access the public sandbox, sign up for an account on Marqeta.com and follow the Core API Quick Start guide.