Dynamic Pricing Strategy in High-Risk Industries: What Merchants Need to Know
Dynamic pricing is the practice of changing prices in real-time based on demand, supply, market conditions, and other factors. It's gaining popularity, with 38% of…
The PaymentCloud Blog
Our merchants are important to us, that’s why we go out of our way to educate and inform them on the ins and outs of the payment processing industry. We understand merchant services can be a confusing space for new businesses (and old companies too!). So please continue reading for an insightful blog on the industries we serve best.
Top Content
Reviewing our top content is the best place to begin when navigating business ownership for high risk, mid risk, and low risk businesses. Here, we strive to inform and give you the tools to grow your business- No matter if you’re a small company or a large enterprise.
What Is a High-Risk Merchant Account?
Top 10 Online Shopping Cart Solutions
How to Get the Cheapest Credit Card Processing & Lower Fees
Using Venmo for Business: Is It a Good Idea?
What is an FFL and How Can You Get a Federal Firearm License?
The Complete List of ACH Return Codes
Where To Start
Still figuring out where to start? We can help. If you’re just beginning a business, you may be wondering how to set yourself up for success. Well, we have tailored information to help you with your business plan, marketing initiatives, and go to market strategy.
Which Credit Card Reader is Right For You?
The Ultimate Guide to eCheck Payment Processing
How to Start a Business in 2024: 12 Steps to Success
HIPAA Compliant Payment Processing Guide & Best Practices
Healthcare practices often prioritize securing patient records and communications, but may underestimate the need for HIPAA compliance in their payment platforms. While payment processing is…
PaymentCloud Partners With Float to Bring Effortless FSA/HSA Reimbursements to Telemedicine Merchants
LOS ANGELES, October 29, 2025 - PaymentCloud, a leading merchant services provider, has announced a strategic partnership with Float, a pioneering post-purchase FSA/HSA reimbursement platform, to…
How to Accept Payments: Best Ways to Get Paid Online, In-Person & by Phone (2025)
From morning coffee runs to online checkouts and subscription services, customers expect frictionless payment experiences and will not hesitate to switch if they don’t get…
How to Make an ACH Payment: Step-by-Step Guide for Businesses
Chasing payments while juggling the process of collecting money from customers and paying suppliers can be exhausting. If you want to avoid credit card fees…
Alternative Payment Methods: The Ultimate Guide
According to the Baymard Institute, at least 10% of online shoppers abandon their carts because there aren't enough payment methods.[footnote]Baymard. “50 Cart Abandonment Rate Statistics 2025.” Accessed…
Visa Integrity Risk Program (VIRP): What High-Risk Merchants Need to Know
In September 2025, Visa announced that it had identified more than $1 billion in fraud attempts over the past year.[footnote]Visa Perspective. "Protecting Consumer Payments, One Billion…
How to Scale a SaaS Company: Strategies for Growth and Long-Term Success
Scaling a SaaS business can challenge even the most seasoned entrepreneurs when the core fundamentals aren’t fully understood. After all, it requires more than just…
Selling on Gumroad: Payment Limits, Content Restrictions, and Workarounds
The creator economy is booming, with Gen Z and millennials leading the charge. An Intuit survey found that nearly two-thirds of 18- to 35-year-olds have…
Interchange Plus Pricing vs. Tiered Pricing: Key Differences You Need to Know
In 2024, U.S. businesses paid over $187 billion in credit and debit card processing fees.[footnote]Merchants Payments Coalition. "Credit and Debit Card ‘Swipe’ Fees Hit New Record…
