Author: Maria Sparagis

  • ShopifyShutDownMyStore! How to Get It Back

    The dreaded Shopify email no store owner wants to see: “Your store has been deactivated.” Trust me, I’ve helped hundreds of merchants through this exact crisis, and I know the panic that sets in when your livelihood suddenly vanishes. Your store, your products, your customers – all seemingly gone in an instant. If you’re searching…

    Vintage retro looking Closed sign in a shop showroom with reflections
  • How to Accept Credit Card Payments Without a Merchant Account

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    I’ve seen the same story unfold too many times. You’ve launched your online store, sales are flowing in, and suddenly – bam! Your payment processor freezes your account. Your funds are locked up for 180 days, and your business grinds to a halt. Many entrepreneurs rush to sign up with a popular payment processor, thinking…

    Two credit cards on top of a laptop computer keyboard.
  • Slash Black Friday Subscription Churn in Half — A How-To Guide

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    Let’s cut through the noise – your Black Friday subscription sales are about to skyrocket, but will these customers stick around? As someone who’s helped process millions in subscription payments, I can tell you that BFCM subscribers behave differently than your regular customers. While most businesses focus on acquisition, I’m going to show you how…

    Hand turning a knob between "acquisition" and "retention"
  • One-Click Checkouts Will 10x Your Black Friday Conversions

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    The holiday shopping season demands speed and convenience. One-click checkout transforms the buying experience by allowing customers to complete purchases instantly using their stored payment and shipping information. Here’s how to set one up, what to implement, and everything else you need to know and one click checkouts. GET A CHECKOUT PAGE THAT DOESN’T SUCK…

    A finger touching a keyboard button with a shopping cart logo and labeled "BUY NOW".
  • What Is a Fraud Score and How to Improve It

    A fraud score is a numerical value that indicates the risk level of a transaction or user action, helping businesses determine whether to approve, review, or decline a payment. The scoring typically ranges from 0 to 99, with higher scores indicating greater risk. Let’s find out more about fraud scoring and what you can do…

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