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

 

 

Clover eCommerce Solutions: Everything You Need to Know

When building your comprehensive eCommerce solution, finding the right tools is key—and Clover eCommerce is one of the best in the game. To thrive in…

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Stripe Card Reader: An In-Depth Review

If you're considering using Stripe card readers and terminals in your business, then you're in the right place. The past two decades have seen immense…

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Adyen vs Stripe: A Complete Comparison for Merchants

With more than 80% of Americans now using digital payment methods, businesses require modern payment processing solutions to provide payment flexibility to their customers.[footnote]McKinsey &…

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Plaid vs Stripe: Crossing Paths in a Patterned World of Payments

In the payment industry, two names frequently cross paths, notable in part for their pattern-themed monikers: Plaid and Stripe. While Stripe acts as a payment…

DUNS Number vs EIN: What’s the Difference? Everything You Need to Know

If you’re starting a new business—or planning on expanding your current one—it’s important to have all your legal and financial affairs in order. That includes…

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WooCommerce Payments vs Stripe: A Complete Comparison

In the constantly evolving world of eCommerce, choosing the right payment solution for your website/online store can be a challenge. With so many options available,…

Do I Need A New EIN? When To Get a New Employer Identification Number

If you’re a business owner in the United States, you likely have a nine-digit Employer Identification Number (EIN). And, if you’ve had the same number…

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How Long Does It Take to Get an EIN?

One of the first steps to registering your business or organization in the United States is obtaining an Employer Identification Number (EIN). Unless you operate…

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FEIN vs EIN: Is There a Difference?

FEIN and EIN are often used interchangeably, and for good reason—these two numbers are the same thing. There is no meaningful difference between a Federal…

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How to Add Stripe to WooCommerce in 4 Easy Steps

WooCommerce is an open-source eCommerce platform designed for integration with WordPress. As WordPress continues to power more than 39% of internet websites, WooCommerce remains a…

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