TSD Media’s Success Story: How FastoPayments Helped Double Their Processing Power
About the Merchant
TSD Media is a long-established merchant in the adult entertainment industry, known for creating high-quality digital media content. Operating in this field comes with unique challenges that most traditional payment processors avoid. Regulations change frequently, card schemes tighten compliance, and acquirers often reconsider exposure to high-risk industries.
Like many adult businesses, TSD Media struggled to maintain stable processing when rules and partnerships shifted. Without a reliable payment flow, the company faced interruptions that affected both growth and customer experience.
The Challenges
Before partnering with FastoPayments, TSD Media encountered serious difficulties keeping transactions live and consistent. Their former processor unexpectedly lost its ability to process Visa transactions following a change in regulations. Overnight, the company’s payment volume was reduced by half, cutting directly into profits and operational capacity.
“Finding and keeping a decent payment processor in this industry was our main problem. We were forced to switch from our previous processor because they lost Visa due to a change of laws, which cut the payments we were processing into half.”
Risto Seeberg, CEO & Owner of TSD Media
This event highlighted a critical issue for high-risk merchants: many providers promise support but lack the adaptability and network strength needed to survive policy updates from card networks and acquirers.
FastoPayments’ Solution
TSD Media needed more than just a new processor. They needed a strategic partner that could help them stabilise, grow, and future-proof their business.
FastoPayments delivered that support through:
Rapid onboarding and account recovery, restoring Visa processing within days.
Compliance-led setup, ensuring full regulatory alignment for sustainable growth.
Dedicated business development support, providing advice and hands-on help in key areas beyond payments.
This included introducing TSD Media to a strong SEO foundation that improved their visibility, attracted organic traffic, and strengthened their digital presence. By connecting payment performance with marketing strategy, FastoPayments helped TSD Media recover quickly and start scaling faster than before.
“FastoPayments was quick to reply when we were in urgent need of a new processor and we were able to get through the onboarding process promptly, which seemed to be long drawn out with other providers. Working with FastoPayments has been a pleasure all in all, a great helpful team to have by your side in this industry.”
Risto Seeberg, CEO & Owner of TSD Media
The Results
Since partnering with FastoPayments, TSD Media achieved measurable improvements in both performance and visibility.
Full Visa processing restored within days
Total payment volume increased by 2x in less than two months
Higher approval rates and fewer failed transactions
Stronger SEO performance and a steady increase in site visitors
Ongoing support and consultation for continuous optimisation
The combination of payment reliability and strategic growth support proved invaluable, allowing TSD Media to expand confidently and sustainably within a highly regulated sector.
Looking Ahead
TSD Media continues to expand its reach with FastoPayments by integrating local payment methods and optimising cross-border processing routes. Both teams are also collaborating on new initiatives that combine marketing data and transaction analytics to further increase conversion rates.
This partnership represents more than a recovery story. It shows what is possible when a payment provider takes a holistic approach to merchant success, combining financial technology with business growth expertise.
How can adult websites get reliable payment processing?
Adult businesses often struggle with processors that drop clients when regulations change. The best way to ensure reliability is by choosing a provider that specialises in high-risk industries, offers multiple acquiring partners, and keeps Visa and MasterCard routing stable, like FastoPayments did for TSD Media.
What is the best payment processor for adult content creators?
The best payment processor for adult merchants is one that offers fast onboarding, flexible risk management, and transparent compliance.
FastoPayments supports adult content creators with tailored acquirer connections, real-time support, and strong approval rates.
How do I recover Visa payment processing after being dropped by my provider?
If your previous processor lost Visa access, partner with a regulated provider that can re-establish card network connections quickly.
FastoPayments helped TSD Media restore Visa transactions within days and regain full processing capacity.
How can SEO help adult businesses grow online?
SEO helps adult merchants attract organic visitors, reduce reliance on paid traffic, and improve conversions.
Through FastoPayments’ guidance, TSD Media strengthened its SEO structure and increased site traffic alongside payment growth.
What are the best ways to grow a high-risk business?
High-risk merchants grow faster by combining secure payments, compliance, and visibility.
Working with partners who offer payment stability and digital strategy support, as FastoPayments did for TSD Media, can lead to scalable long-term success.
💡 Interested in learning more about what’s included in a typical high-risk merchant account or what things mean @ Fasto TV? View our complete breakdown of FastoPayments’s high-risk merchant accounts.
