Payment Gateways

A payment gateway is a platform that permits online debit and credit card payments. The transaction may be a one-time purchase for goods and services or, a customer could provide card numbers for a recurring service or subscription. Let’s take a look at how payment gateways work, security pros and cons, and other related topics.

 

Is an online-only eCommerce retailer the only type of business that needs an online gateway? As you’ll see in some of the articles that follow, even in-person goods and services providers can benefit from payment gateways—even in their brick-and-mortar spaces. Customers can be directed to payment pages via text-to-pay or QR codes.

 

Restaurants, home contractors, and doctors’ offices are just a few venues leveraging payment gateways for in-person payments. Of course, it almost goes without saying that payment gateways are indispensable for online shopping.

 

How are payment gateways safeguarded against fraud and data breaches? Learn more about PCI DSS compliance and IT strategies like proxy piercing in our security-focused blog posts. Are there best practices for reducing abandoned cart rates and creating a positive customer experience? Indeed there are…and we’ll go into those as well.

 

One area where payment gateway security is paramount is subscription services. Subscriptions require businesses to store card information. How can that be done securely, while still automating the monthly, quarterly, or yearly payments? You’ll learn about that in the blog posts that cover subscription services. Check out all these topics and more in the articles below.

 

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The Rise of Embedded Payments: What It Means for Software Platforms and ISVs

Embedded Payments let SaaS companies and ISVs create seamless, all-in-one platforms where transactions happen inside the software. With ECS Payments, ISVs get true Embedded Payments backed by direct bank relationships, full compliance, and flexible white-label options.

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Authorize.net vs Shopify Payments: A Comparison

Is your payment gateway quietly cutting into your profits? Discover how Authorize.net and Shopify Payments compare and which one better supports your business’s growth.

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Understanding Payment Gateway Integration: How to Choose the Right One for Your Business

Selecting the right payment gateway is essential for running a successful online or eCommerce business. Without a reliable payment solution, transactions can fail, revenue can suffer, and customer trust can be lost.

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Analyzing the Role of Payment Gateways in Enhancing Customer Experience

Implementing customer-centric payment gateway solutions can ensure a seamless and satisfying payment process for customers.

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Exploring Non Profit Payment Solutions: Challenges and Opportunities

Efficient payment solutions for non-profits include increased donor satisfaction, retention, and fundraising potential, and reduced administrative costs and risk of fraud.

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Innovations in Payment Hardware

Examining the latest in POS technology, from smart terminals to portable devices for small businesses. Your payment hardware could make or break your business.

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The Role of Social Media in E commerce Payments

Businesses can use social media to create social proof and leverage influencer marketing along with paid ads to increase their eCommerce payments.

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Digital Banking: Financial Inclusion Through Technology

Fintech advancements and digital banking can bridge the gap between the banked and unbanked, creating more financial inclusion.

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Integrating Payment Systems with IoT Devices

Integrating payment systems with IoT devices has helped to automate transactions and enhance user convenience.

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The Role Payment Gateways Play in Enhancing Customer Experience

Up to date payment gateways and check-out processes keep customer experience intact. Make sure you’re not making these mistakes with your business.

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Manufacturing Businesses Can Effectively Bill Customers with ECS Payments 

Manufacturing businesses can effectively bill customers with ECS Payments, offering flexible invoicing options while ensuring security, analytics, and mobile payment gateway options.

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Businesses Virtual Credit Cards Explained

Virtual credit cards are a secure alternative for businesses to fill the gaps left by traditional credit cards, checks, or other payment methods.

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ACH Reversals vs. ACH Returns

ACH reversals correct transactions that may have errors, while ACH returns occur when a transaction fails or is rejected before funds are transferred.

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Online Payment Systems: How Does It Work?

Online payment systems secure businesses and broaden their reach, yet active data security measures are essential beyond relying solely on payment.

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How To Sell My eCommerce Business: A Step-by-step Guide

Learn if there is a simple trick you’re missing to save your eCommerce business from selling. If not, these steps can get you the most out of your sale.

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A Comprehensive Guide on Personalized eCommerce Marketing Strategies

Personalized eCommerce marketing strategies can take your shop from bleh to booming. Implement these easy steps today to see growth.

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Best Practices To Grow E-commerce Businesses

Online sales competition is fierce, to increase your market share, you have to know how to properly grow your e-commerce business with scalability.

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E-commerce: How to Build a Direct-to-Customer Online Sales Channel

Optimize your business by incorporating various online sales channels into your strategy to thrive in today’s digital marketplace.

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When to Say Goodbye to Your Legacy eCommerce Platform

Outdated systems are holding your business back. Here are the key signs to look for to know when it’s time to upgrade your eCommerce platform.

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Green Landscape Billing: Online Invoicing

Online invoicing streamlines the process of getting paid. Paper invoices, cash, and checks all have their drawbacks. Discover why online invoicing wins.

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What Your Business Needs to Know About Collecting Payments Online

Collecting payments online is a beneficial way to increase your business whether you sell eCommerce, in-person goods, or even services.

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E-Commerce Security: Protecting Transactions in the Digital Marketplace

Online payments make e-commerce possible. But they are a perfect target for hackers and other criminals.

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High Risk Payment Processors for Payment Gateways

A high-risk payment gateways makes it possible for your business to accept all digital payments. Discover the best high-risk gateways 2024 has to offer.

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Payment Processing Gateways 101

You need the right payment processing gateway to run your business. Learn everything you need to know about what to look for when selecting the right gateway.

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An Integrated Payment Gateway Can Cut Your Costs and Increase Profits

Integrated payment gateways benefit businesses by reducing costs, increasing efficiency, providing security features, and offering control.

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Understanding B2B Payments

Explore efficient B2B payment processing solutions, including tailored integration for streamlined operations and enhanced customer experiences.

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Collecting Online Rent Payments Made Easy

Collecting online rent payments can be easy…if you use a payment processor for online rent payments.

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SaaS Payment Processing

SaaS payment processing involves recurring payments. The recurring billing cycle is handled by the payment gateway or the subscription management software.

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Authorize.net and ECS Payments Processing For Your Business

Explore Authorize.net and ECS Payments Gateway Features for your business. You’ll learn about integration options, eCommerce solutions, secure transactions.

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Online Payment Processing For Nonprofits

The best online payment processing for nonprofits should offer 1. Credit, debit, and ACH payments 2. Integrated payment links.

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How the NMI and ECS Payments Partnership Can Benefit Your Business 

Access diverse features like multi-currency acceptance, virtual terminals, subscription management, and more with the NMI and ECS Payments partnership.

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What Is A Hosted Payment Page?

A hosted payment page is hosted by another server, generally run by your payment gateway. It is the fastest way to start accepting payments for an eCommerce website.

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The Most Comprehensive Firearms Payment Processing Point of Sale Solutions You Need For Your Business

The ECS Trident1 partnership facilitates high-risk firearm payment processing, compliance, inventory, and other business processes for gun stores, gunsmiths, and shooting ranges.

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Payment Gateway Comparison: Authorize.net vs NMI

The most popular payment gateways are Authorize.net and NMI, in this article we dive into a detailed Payment Gateway Comparison

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Integrating Gateway Services Directly With Your Processor – Collect Payment Like a Pro

ECS integrated gateway allows you to collect payments with no third parties involved during a secure checkout.

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14 Benefits of Virtual Terminals For Businesses

Virtual terminal solutions offer many enhanced features that merchants can significantly benefit from. whether you’re a small business or a large.