Authorize.net (AuthNet) Gateway: What It Is and How It Works for Businesses

Have you ever stopped to wonder what happens when you tap your credit card or press ‘pay’ online? As a business owner, have you ever been curious about what happens after a customer pays you in the same way? It’s not only interesting to know; it can also help you optimize your systems to get […]

Setting up the nuts and bolts of your business takes time and effort. It’s important to consider all your options carefully; after all, one wrong move could cause a major headache further down the road.  Whether you’re a new business or you’ve been around a while, understanding the full merchant account setup can give you […]

They say that knowledge is power, and in the business world there is nothing truer. The more data you have, the more accurate your decisions, and you can move forward with a greater sense of confidence and ease. So, it makes sense that payment analytics are a powerful tool for your business.  First, what is […]

Technology rarely stands still for long, and in the world of payment processing, there’s regular movement. With new payments innovations happening behind the scenes, there are more ways to pay than ever before, with infrastructure becoming stronger and more secure. All of this is positive, but many people aren’t aware of what goes on behind […]

Whether your business is long-established or you’re a new business owner, there are many decisions to make to ensure that everything runs smoothly. Of course, accepting payments is one of the most important things to have in place; without that, you’re not making a profit!  When you dig into the payment processing world, you’ll quickly […]

From time to time, trends appear, and a current one seems to be small businesses approached with the idea of “free” credit card processing. When someone offers you something for free, of course you’re going to sit up and take notice. But is it really free? Is anything actually free in this day and age? […]