Capture Authorizations {#vas-smb-capturing-authorizations}
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Capture authorized funds before they expire.
Authorizations place a hold on funds but do not capture them immediately. You must capture the authorization to collect the funds.
Authorizations usually expire after 7 days. Capture promptly to avoid losing the hold.  
To capture an authorization:

1. Choose Payment CenterTransactions.
2. Filter by Type: Authorization.
3. Choose the authorization to open transaction details.
4. Click or tap Capture.
5. Confirm the capture amount.

#### RESULT

The authorization is captured and funds are transferred during settlement.