Credit Card Processing
How to Make Payments Easier for Your Online Customers
The main component of a healthy online conversion rate is a streamlined payment process. A problem right at the end of the sales funnel can invalidate all of the previous marketing efforts. As such, the checkout page of your site deserves a lot of attention, because this is where the clients are willing to share…
Read MoreProtecting Your Business from Chargeback Fraud
Giving cardholders the ability to initiate chargebacks is a banking policy that is intended to protect customers. It allows a customer to get a bank-initiated refund in case they did not receive an adequate product or service when purchasing with a credit card. It is also meant to protect against identity theft, and the financial…
Read MoreHow to Protect Yourself from Cyber Attacks
3 Strategies for Merchants to Protect Themselves against Cyber Attacks We’ve all heard about how damaging data breaches can be. A good example would be the 2014 breach that compromised 1.2 billion usernames and passwords, and 500 million emails. This breach was uncovered by Hold Security, an information security firm from Milwaukee, and it turns…
Read More5 Technology Security Tips
Since 2014, data breaches have been a staple for news coverage, with giant corporations such as Target and Home Depot being victims of cybercrime. These companies have invested considerable sums of money into security, which goes to show the tenacity and determination of cybercriminals. But small to medium sized businesses are also in the crosshairs,…
Read MoreHow to Get Your Merchant Account Application Approved
So you’ve browsed through dozens of merchant account offers, and you’ve finally narrowed the list down to a handful that have the best features for the best price. The next step is to apply for one of those accounts and to make sure that your application is approved. Why is there an application process for…
Read MoreHow Blockchain can Lower Theft Losses for your Business
The holidays are an exciting, and sometimes chaotic time of the year, where money changes hands, and bags chock full of products are everywhere. It’s part of what makes Christmas great. Unfortunately, it’s also what makes the holiday season a prime target for thieves. Both buyers and businesses suffer theft losses during this season. For…
Read MoreThe Top Benefits of Accepting Credit Cards
Credit cards have an obvious advantage for buyers. They allow consumers to purchase goods and services even when they don’t have cash in hand. But what benefits do they offer from a business perspective? Let’s explore a few possibilities: Enable faster transactions In cash transactions, the merchant has to receive the money, work out the…
Read MorePayment Processing Challenges for Small Businesses
While installing a payment processing system can have a significant positive impact on your bottom line, there are still challenges that small businesses have to face. From confusion to extra expenses, payment processing services can bring as much headache as they help relieve if vendors do not familiarize themselves with the technology and processes involved.…
Read MoreTechnology Security Tips for Your Business
Technology is an essential part of building and maintaining a thriving business. From increasing productivity, to streamlining business processes, technology is continuously advancing, and business leaders often jump at the chance to invest in technological progress. However, as technology gets more complex, there are more dark corners that can be exploited by bad actors. This…
Read MoreHow to Choose a Merchant Service Provider
Picking a merchant service provider will allow you to begin accepting credit cards for your brick and mortar or online store. This can be a great way to bring in more customers, who prefer to make payments using cards, especially online. However, there are many options to choose from when it comes to merchant service…
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