Author: Maria Sparagis
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Received “Issuer Declined MCC” Message? Here’s What It Means.
The message being displayed on your account reads: “Received issuer declined MCC. Please contact your gateway and/or acquirer.” What does this mean? Does it really matter? And why is it in all caps? We’ll break down what it means and what you can do to prevent it from happening again in the future. Remember, every…
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Stripe backs crypto…again. Should you trust it?
The global payments company has been on and off about its point of view regarding crypto seemingly since crypto’s inception. Now, it seems the payments giant Stripe is firmly stepping back into the game. But is it safe for your business, or do Stripe’s same ol’ catches still apply? Stripe, the US-based fintech company, is…
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3 Upsell Techniques that Seriously Boost Conversions
We’re talking at least 5%. And from the clients we work with, that result is all but guaranteed. Here’s the deal: you’re a business owner whose front-end is converting. The easiest way to increase your average order value (AOV) is by taking advantage of upsell opportunities. Sounds simple, right? Not so fast. The tips we’re…
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Why “Stripe EEA STEL Aggregation” Is Showing Up on Your Statement
Did you receive a charge on your credit card statement that stated, “Stripe EEA STEL Aggregation”? You aren’t alone. This charge isn’t nothing to be scared of—as long as you recently made a purchase that’s along the lines of the charged amount. It’s possible that you’ve recently noticed charges to your credit or debit card…
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Affiliate Fraud: How to Identify and Prevent It
We all want to get rich quick. It’s what draws most people into the world of affiliate marketing and it could be the reason for your next failure. Affiliate fraud is a real issue that plagues not just affiliate marketers but e-commerce sites in general. There are many different scams that you can fall victim…
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