Category: PAYPAL
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Why PayPal is NOT a Real Merchant Account
When is it time to get a merchant account? Chances are, if you‘re a startup accepting credit card purchases online, you‘re likely using a PayPal account, Stripe, or a similar online payment provider. But many online business owners make the mistake of thinking a PayPal business account is the same as a dedicated merchant account.…
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Payment Aggregators: Why Services Like Stripe Are A Ticking Time Bomb!
Stripe, PayPal, and Square are all examples of payment aggregators. Some online merchants think are signing up for a simple solution when they join these platforms. But they couldn’t be more wrong. Payment aggregators can be a ticking time bomb for your business! Many merchants sign up for these services without realizing the risks associated…
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Stripe Account Suspended? Here’s Why You Should Always Have a Back-Up Plan!
We’ve seen it so many times. On almost a weekly basis, we have clients emailing us desperate pleas such as “Help! My Stripe account was suspended! What Do I Do Now?!” Every day that passes sees another online business being flipped upside down by suddenly losing its payment processing abilities. Click here to start accepting…
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Who’s Involved in Credit Card Processing?
In a simple world, your online sales would go from your website directly into your bank account. In reality, credit card payment processing involves a complex process involving different software and technology partners; these are required to ensure you can collect from the customer. Each technology partner presents its own challenges and potential for losses…
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FAQ Fridays: How Can I Plug In My Own Payment Gateway To My Shopify Store?
I sell mainly immunity supplements on my Shopify store, but recently I added some upsells offering weight loss products.. I sell mostly straight sale but have optional continuity with a 10% discount for customers who sign up. I was scaling nicely and processed 55k in my first month due to my good media buys. One…
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