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MARCH 4, 2025

Set up payment hardware – Your POS system customers may have different hardware needs. Those using traditional POS terminals may need fixed credit card readers for in-store payments. Mobile POS (mPOS) device customers need wireless readers for mobile payments. This is where Stax Connect comes in.

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OCTOBER 14, 2024

Standard payment solutions nowadays must include mobile and touch-free options. That said, finding a simple way for your business to increasingly expand its payment offerings to support new customers is an ongoing challenge. Stax’ integrated payment platform sets a new standard in payment technology.

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APRIL 17, 2025

If the customer prefers credit/debit card payments, the cashier selects that payment option in the POS and prompts the customer to tap, swipe, or dip their card using the card reader. The process is almost similar if the customer prefers mobile payments.

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MAY 6, 2025

Stax is one example of a provider that implements subscription pricing. A note on payment processing fees When determining the right merchant services provider, look beyond their payment processing fees. At Stax, we offer an array of credit card payment processing services to help you take your business to the next level.

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MARCH 11, 2025

Digital wallets Digital wallets let your buyers make online payments quickly and securely via any internet-connected device using pre-stored financial details. They are popular with buyers under 35 years of age and must be part of the mobile payment methods you support if your target audience falls within that demographic.

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JUNE 24, 2025

Types of credit card processing companies There are two general types of payment processors: Direct processors (like Stax) offer businesses a dedicated merchant account, with more control and often lower costs at scale. Ask yourself: Do you need to accept payments in person, online, or both?

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NOVEMBER 21, 2024

To set up credit card payment processing for your business, you need to apply for a merchant account, and upon approval, get a payment gateway (online payments) and payment terminals (card readers, virtual terminals) to start accepting card payments. Stax takes a unique approach.

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APRIL 10, 2025

They let buyers initiate payments by placing their mobile phone near a compatible payment terminal. The payment method is facilitated by digital wallets like Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay. Its convenience has made it very popular with customers, with 78% of customers globally already using the payment method.

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MARCH 5, 2025

Choosing a provider that covers all these payment options will enable you to better serve your customers. Stax, for example, supports multiple modes of payment. From credit and debit cards to mobile payments (like Apple Pay), ACH, and invoicing, Staxs platform has everything you need.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Fast forward to now where much has changed, and research anticipates contactless mobile payments to exceed one billion users globally by 2024. Customers can pay with their watch or phone just by tapping it on a card reader, and businesses can host an entire POS system on a mobile phone.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Thankfully, with mobile payments from Stax , you can quickly accept and process payments from your customers. Learn all about mobile payments and why you may want to consider joining the Stax family to streamline payments and boost your small business’ productivity.

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JULY 9, 2024

It’s a more convenient, modern way to accept payments , enhance the customer experience, and boost productivity. Setting up mPOS in your business Mobile POS systems are easy to adopt. Solutions providers like Stax integrate with a range of solutions to enable merchants to go mobile.

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DECEMBER 6, 2024

Worldpay Today: An Independent Entity Now an independent entity once again, Worldpay continues to offer comprehensive payment processing services to businesses globally. Stax and Worldpay: A Powerful Partnership Stax is one of the largest Independent Sales Organizations (ISOs) partnered with Worldpay.

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APRIL 18, 2024

According to Forbes , “mobile payments are increasingly being used by U.S. Not only are there a number of ways your customers could be using their mobile devices to give payments, but you as a business owner could be leveraging mobile devices to accept them as well. Understanding what you want is the hardest part.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Cash is no longer having its moment; card payments are in. From debit and credit cards to Google or Apple Pay, digital, contactless, and mobile payments are on the rise. Don’t gloss over any hidden ongoing fees: these can include minimum payment fees, overage fees, and credit card processing fees!

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MARCH 18, 2025

In this guide we will discuss the following: What is Payment Tokenization How Payment Tokenization Works Payment Tokenization vs. Encryption SaaS Payment Tokenization Requirements Benefits of Payment Tokenization SaaS Payment Vulnerabilities Using Stax Connect and Payment Tokenization Lets get started.

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JANUARY 5, 2024

Level Up Your Terminal with Stax Card Readers What is a Credit Card Terminal? They can also take contactless payments from mobile wallets. RELATED: Will a Stax Wireless Card Reader Improve Your Business? Both instances help streamline payment processing and improve guests’ experiences.

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JUNE 4, 2024

You may be better off with a platform-agnostic payment processing software like Stax Payments, which works with a number of leading solutions. Also, Stax integrates seamlessly with thousands of third-party apps, including all the popular CRM, marketing, and financial apps used by most businesses.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

TL;DR A payment gateway is a solution that securely reads and transfers a customer’s payment information to a merchant’s bank account—both for online and in-person transactions. Benefits of using a payment gateway include a simplified purchasing experience for customers, increased operational efficiency, and PCI compliance.

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DECEMBER 20, 2023

In fact, that’s the fastest growth rate for card payments…ever. As a small business owner, it’s important to accept different payment methods like cash, credit card, and contactless or NFC mobile payments to ensure an easy shopping experience for your customers.

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APRIL 30, 2024

Stax Stax is a payments processing service that caters to all types of businesses, large or small. It provides an all-in-one solution that allows you to accept various types of payments in person and online. Unlike other card processing companies, Stax doesn’t add any extra fees to the interchange.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

That’s where Stax comes in. But here’s the good news: the right payments processor can help keep your cybersecurity ducks in a row. Stax is a Level 1 PCI Service Provider. Level 1 is the highest level of PCI compliance, and protecting sensitive data is a top priority at Stax. So how can your business stay PCI compliant?

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MARCH 15, 2025

Embedded payments come with a lot of responsibilities, such as bank sponsorship and risk management, which is why finding the right payments partner like Stax Connect is essential to help you monetize payments and own the entire experience. What is Payment Monetization? credit card processing, lending, etc.

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JUNE 9, 2024

Payment integrations are key, so set your sights on POS systems that can connect with leading credit card solutions like Stax. Understand the Problems of Conventional POS Systems One of the most significant issues with accepting retail payments is the end-of-day processing. Make sure to choose solutions that can scale with you.

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MARCH 14, 2024

Business to consumer (B2C), by comparison, relies on speedy payment processing to transact on the spot. Most B2C transactions are performed at the point of sale (POS), whether it’s eCommerce or in-store checkout, which lends them to faster payment methods like mobile payments more often than B2B transactions.

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APRIL 18, 2024

Examples of popular SaaS apps include Shopify, an eCommerce platform, Dropbox, a cloud storage service, and Stax Bill, an automated payment processing system. Consider Stax’s partner program. ISVs that integrate their solutions with Stax Connect gain access to the platform’s global reach, co-selling opportunities, and support.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Full-service POS and credit card payment providers Full-service providers like Stax offer complete POS solutions and backend payment processing, which are essential to accepting contactless payments. Tap-to-pay is the future, and Stax Payments offers the front and backend tools to power this progress.

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APRIL 11, 2024

Mobile payment systems let your customers use different payment methods like their digital wallets, contactless card payments and more, offering a convenient and secure way to accept payments on the go. At Stax, we understand the juggling act all small and medium businesses contend with.

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DECEMBER 6, 2023

The rise in these fees can be attributed to the substantial investment required for the development and maintenance of secure payment processing infrastructure, protection against fraud, and the convenience offered to consumers. Service providers such as CardX by Stax help companies offset some of these fees in a compliant and seamless way.

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MARCH 14, 2024

In the context of payments, NFC technology allows for contactless transactions where the payment device (e.g., smartphone or contactless card) is simply tapped or waved near a compatible payment terminal to complete a transaction. NFC technology is commonly used in contactless payment systems, mobile payment apps (e.g.,

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DECEMBER 27, 2023

Some will include their own payment processing apps or integrate with others, facilitating a seamless payment process for customers. Top Merchant Account Providers Stax Stax offers an industry-leading payment solution for eCommerce and in-person businesses.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2024

(Previously you would swipe your magstripe card in a payment terminal. These days, payment terminals can also conduct contactless payments and mobile payments, like Apple Pay, via Near Field Communication (NFC) technology. However, magstripes are no longer PCI compliant.)

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AUGUST 29, 2024

The question is: how do payment service providers work and how can you choose the right one for your business? PSPs offer joint merchant accounts and flat-rate processing fees that make them ideal solutions for small businesses that only process payments occasionally. Read on to find out.

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JULY 11, 2024

Ensure you have the right NFC-enabled POS equipment, and configure your payment terminals to start accepting Apple Pay. Apple Pay is a mobile payment and digital wallet service by Apple that allows people to make payments using their Apple devices, including iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, and Macs. See how Stax can help.

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MAY 30, 2024

By connecting payment processing with accounting, businesses can automate the reconciliation of transactions, eliminate manual data entry errors, and ensure that financial records are always up-to-date. Stax integrates with all the leading accounting solutions so it can fit into your tech stack smoothly.

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APRIL 18, 2024

Membership-based processors , such as Stax make their money through the annual or monthly fees, rather than taking a cut of your sales. Modern POS systems often come with built-in card readers capable of accepting various payment methods, including EMV chip cards, magnetic stripe cards, and contactless payments (NFC).

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JULY 25, 2024

Payment Processing Capabilities Facilitates the acceptance and processing of various payment options, such as credit and debit cards, ACH payments, mobile payments, and cash. Payment processing capabilities – Payment processing is a crucial business process that a POS system should have.

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