Need Instant Approval for High-Risk Payment Gateways? Consider These 5 Key Factors
Merchants in high-risk industries have been dealing with approval issues, extensive onboarding periods, and generally more scrutiny for a long time now, which should all be easily resolved in today’s world, right? You’d think so, but even though the regulatory environment for these businesses has improved over the last few years, they’re still a lot harder […]
The Best High-Risk Payment Processing Companies of 2024
While we’ve made many advancements in payment processing in recent years, many high-risk businesses still struggle to find the right payment processing provider to meet their needs. Despite the struggles and obstacles associated with operating a high-risk business and accepting payments for that business, choosing a payment service company that can cater to your business-specific needs can […]
High-Risk Industries & Their Payment Processing Solutions
Starting a business is easier than ever. However, there are several steps and key elements that even an experienced business owner might not think of off the top of their head. This is especially true if you’re an aspiring business owner in a high-risk industry, which are categorized by determining factors such as higher tickets and valued goods. As if […]
Guide to Cannabis Payment Processing Solutions (2024)
The cannabis industry plays a significant role in today’s global economy, yet despite the growing popularity (and growth potential for you as a cannabis business owner), the trade remains stigmatized and heavily regulated. This means that even though opening a cannabis business is easier than ever, it’s still a challenge to build a successful one due to […]
A Complete Guide to ISA Fees: International Service Assessment (2024)
Are the high fees on your monthly processing statements giving you a headache? Acquiring fees, gateway fees, card scheme fees — it’s a lot to process (pun intended) as a merchant, and it can be even more difficult to understand what you’re paying for, why, and how to reduce those costs where possible. Sadly, there’s […]
NSFW on Stripe: Do They Allow NSFW Merchants?
Nowadays, it seems like it’s not hard to get classified as an NSFW (Not Safe For Work) merchant, especially if you’re in the adult industry. While starting a business in the adult sector can be pretty lucrative, it also comes with several challenges. That shouldn’t stop you from trying to build a business around NSFW content, though! […]
Best High-Risk Merchant Account Providers in the UK
High-risk businesses in the UK face many challenges other businesses don’t, simply due to the highly regulated nature of their transactions. Not only that, but UK-based high-risk businesses face even more unique challenges than companies throughout the rest of the world. The regulations specific to Great Britain are typically more inflexible and harder to navigate, and non-compliance can lead […]
MCC Codes: What is My Merchant Category Code? (2024 Full List)
MCC codes aren’t military-related or even technical numbers. They’re little numbers that can have a big impact on how your business operates and handles payments. Where do you find your Merchant Category Code, and what do you do once you find it? We’ve asked our payment experts to shed light on everything you need to […]
3D Secure Payment Gateways: What High-Risk Merchants Should Know
The term “3D Secure payment gateway” may seem like a pretentious technical word, but it can help your eCommerce business reduce the number of shopping cart abandonments. Have you heard that before? We regularly speak to merchants who have heard about the term but aren’t entirely sure what a 3D payment gateway is or how […]
Nutraceutical Merchant Accounts: Simplifying Payment Processing for Your Health Business
There’s no denying that the world of health and wellness is booming, and nutraceuticals have carved out a significant niche. From dietary supplements to functional foods, these products offer immense benefits, driving consumer demand through the roof. However, if you’re running a nutraceutical business, you know that navigating the payment processing landscape can be difficult, […]
