The 10 Best Online Payment Systems in the UK
Online payment systems are an essential part of doing business if you run an ecommerce site. In this article, we take a look at the best online payment systems on offer.
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What is a Payment Gateway and How Does It Work?
We explore what a payment gateway is, how it works, the different types, costs, security, and more. Click here to learn all about them.
Read post Stripe Payments Review: Is It Right For Your Business? [Updated 2023]
Launched in 2010, Stripe is a new breed of payment processor designed for use online and in mobile apps. In this article, we put it to the test.
Read post Stripe Vs. PayPal — Which should I choose?
In this article, I run Stripe and PayPal option through a few different tests to pick apart where their strengths and weaknesses lie.
Read post The Cheapest Merchant Services For Small Businesses
When it comes to setting up or expanding your business, there’s a long list of things you need to get in order. One of the most important points on your to-do list is to set up a merchant service. In this article we will explore exactly what a merchant service is, why you should have […]
Read post What Is Pay By Link and How Can I Give My Customers This Option?
As a small business owner, you will likely be looking for ways in which you can make both you and your customers' lives easier, and a pay by link option is definitely a way in which you can achieve this. In one of our previous posts we explained how a payment gateway works, and described […]
Read post Payment Gateway vs Payment Processor: What's the Difference?
The card payment processing process (what a mouthful) is a complex one. When you’re first starting out, there are so many elements you need to consider. Some have such similar names that you might not even be sure if they are actually the same thing. Whether you are an established business or new to the […]
Read post What Is A Non-Sterling Transaction Fee?
If you frequently travel abroad, you’ve likely encountered unexpected charges on top of what you paid overseas. When you make a payment to a business outside of the UK, you’ll often be hit with a ‘Non-Sterling transaction fee’ for paying in another currency. In this quick guide to Non-Sterling transaction fees, we explain exactly what […]
Read post Taking Card Payments Over The Phone: Tips For Set Up And Ongoing Use
So many businesses have recently taken up different payment methods for when a customer isn’t physically in the store. While online payments may be at the forefront, a popular alternative is to take card payments over the phone. Customers could be uncomfortable entering their details online, or simply want the convenience of paying while they […]
Read post What’s A Payment Aggregator And Should My SME Use One?
When you’re starting up a business for the first time, the numerous options to accept payments can feel confusing. Opting for a traditional merchant account can be time consuming, and in some cases difficult to get accepted for. In order for these smaller businesses to get going, one emerging method has been to use a […]
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