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.

What Are Merchant Services?

How to Accept Payments

What Is a Merchant Account?

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

 

 

Top Zelle Alternatives for Businesses: Which Is Best for You?

Zelle has become a household name in P2P payment transactions, so it’s no wonder that many businesses also turn to Zelle business accounts. But a…

two people using smartphones for a payment transfer

Apple App Store To Enable Outside Payments with Stipulations

In-app payment methods addressed in the Epic Games lawsuit. The Epic vs. Apple App Store dispute has been the source of dramatic high-profile drama in…

A woman researches the Apple app store payment policy on her iPhone.

Best Mobile Credit Card Readers for iPhone and Android

As the demand for quick, convenient payments increases, the global mobile credit card reader market is expected to grow by a 15% compound annual growth…

A mobile credit card reader, smarphone, and stack of credit cards on an orange background.

Google Expands Real-Money Gaming on Play Store

In a landmark move, Google has announced it will begin to support more real-money games (RMG) in the Google Play Store. This shift will begin…

Colorful game controllers that will be used with real money gamining on Google.

Venmo Account Frozen? Here’s How to Unfreeze It in 5 Steps

Having your Venmo account frozen can be incredibly frustrating, especially as a business owner. The inability to send or receive money can have a significant…

A person toggling a phone to fix their suspended Venmo account.

How to Set Up Zelle for Business

Providing customers with convenient and secure payment methods is essential for any business, regardless of size. Although Zelle is a popular P2P payment platform, in…

Two phones exchanging money at a business that set up Zelle for business.

Is Zelle ACH or a Wire Transfer? Clarifying the Confusion

Many digital payment types today fall into one of two categories: automated clearing house (ACH) or wire transfer. But what’s the difference between these methods?…

Someone using a magnifying glass to clarify dollar bills from a zelle ach or wire transfer.

Can You Dispute A Zelle Payment? Understanding Zelle Chargebacks

While Zelle’s popularity has skyrocketed to place it up with the top peer-to-peer payment providers for businesses, it doesn’t come without its flaws. One of…

A customer disputing a zelle payment in front of a yellow background.

Merchant Account Fraud & Scams: A Guide for Businesses

Our world revolves around—and is increasingly reliant on—digital payment processing solutions to facilitate business transactions. The trade-off for the convenience and ubiquity of eCommerce, however,…

Malicious person hiding behind a computer screen.

8 Best Email Services for Small Businesses: Which Is Right for You?

With more than 300 billion emails sent and received worldwide every day, there's no doubt that email is a critical tool in many of our…

A layout example for a business email service
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