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Glossary: 117 software-led payments terms to know

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This blog post is your ultimate guide to understanding the most used payments terms today. Terms related to card acceptance Acceptance marks Signifies which payment brands are accepted at a merchant location and provides the cardholder with information on where his or her card can be used.

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Payment Gateway vs Payment Processor: What You Need to Know

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No – requires a payment processor to complete transactions Yes – for in-person transactions; needs a gateway for CNP transactions Provided By Often bundled with eCommerce platforms (e.g., Shopify Payments, PayPal, Stripe) Often provided by banks or payment service providers (e.g., What Is a Payment Processor?

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The Ultimate Guide to Accepting Credit Card Payments

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This can be done through a variety of channels, which include but are not limited to: Point of sale (POS) terminals Mobile pos terminals Mobile card readers Mobile apps Online payment gateways These channels enable businesses to accept payments securely and conveniently, no matter where or how their customers choose to pay.

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Everything You Need to Know About Credit Card Processing

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Recurring Fees In addition to interchange, many providers make an extra profit by charging businesses non-mandatory merchant fees. These fees can be seen frequently on your monthly statement, but such monthly fees are never actually required in order to accept credit card payments.

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The Price of Convenience: Is There Such a Thing as Free Credit Card Processing?

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Assessment fees: Assessment fees are charges imposed by the card brands themselves. They are typically a small percentage of the transaction value and contribute to the operational expenses and profitability of the card networks. The interchange rates are typically a percentage of the transaction amount, along with a flat fee.

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The Ultimate Guide to Online Payment Processing

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You need the services of a reliable payment service provider to securely accept and process card payments and the right provider for you will be one that supports your preferred payment methods, sales model (one-time payments or subscriptions), and geographical reach (international sales).

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Credit Card Processing for Small Business: Everything You Need to Know

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Whether you are starting a new online store or looking to grow your existing brick-and-mortar small business, you must make provisions for accepting credit card payments. We have also put together a list of the top three best credit card processing platforms for small businesses.