Why You Should Consider PayPal Alternatives For Your Store Checkout
On the surface, PayPal is an easy option for both users and merchants. It’s a service that everyone around the world is familiar with. It pioneered the idea of using a third-party service as an e-commerce checkout for added security and ease-of-use. But the service is not as simple as it seems, especially for e-commerce […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
PayPal or Stripe have Suspended your Payment Processing? Switch to your own Merchant Account
A merchant account can help relaunch your online store when payment processing is unexpectedly suspended. A stoppage from PayPal or Stripe is detrimental to e-commerce businesses. As popular payment solutions, there’s an innate sense of trust built into alternative payment providers. However, the ease of setting up an account is often too good to be […]