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

 

 

Cash App Business Account Fees: What Charges Should You Expect?

Mobile payment platforms are cost-effective for small and medium-sized businesses to accept customer payments. However, it’s important to weigh every aspect of a payment service…

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Your Guide To Reconnecting Authorize.Net With Shopify

Shopify's Latest 2024 Update: What It Means For You In the near future, Authorize.net will only be compatible with Shopify checkout through the use of…

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Braintree vs PayPal: A Detailed Comparison

Introduction to Braintree and PayPal Braintree and PayPal are payment service providers that allow customers worldwide to accept credit and debit card payments in various…

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Toast POS System Review: Features, Pricing, & More

You can't run a successful business in restaurant management without a reliable point-of-sale (POS) system. Enter Toast POS — a solution designed to meet the…

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Navigating the Ins and Outs of Tax Law While Using Venmo: What You Need to Know

Roughly one in five Americans—62.8 million users, or 22.3% of the population—use Venmo [footnote] Oberlo. "How Many People Use Venmo (2023-2027)." Accessed on May 21,…

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Visa's Monitoring Programs: An Essential Guide to VDMP & VFMP

Update: VDMP & VFMP have been replaced by the updated version of VAMP. You can read about these changes here! Chargebacks and fraud pose significant…

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Is Cash App Safe? Securities and Safeguards Explained

Cash App is one of the most prominent payment platforms due to its intuitive user interface and instant transfers. But is Cash App safe? Like…

Cash App Business Account Limits: A Guide for Merchants

From freelancers and startups to established corporations, Cash App's business accounts open a new avenue to offer payment convenience and customer satisfaction. Cash App lets…

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Visa vs. Mastercard: What's the Difference?

Four major brands continue to dominate the electronic payments industry, with Visa and Mastercard standing out as the two largest payment processing networks globally. Visa…

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How Merchants Can Cash In on the Visa and Mastercard Interchange Settlement

Credit card interchange fees have been a huge burden for many merchants. These fees, charged by major credit card companies like Visa and Mastercard, significantly…

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