What are interchange++ fees? How does the pricing model work?
How does the interchange++ pricing model work? We break down the costs to a simple formula used globally by payment providers.
The ultimate overview of acquirers for face-to-face businesses in the UK
We explain the card processing cycle and list the acquirers, ISOs and aggregators that face-to-face businesses in the UK can pick from.
Why cash-only is more expensive than accepting cards
Cash businesses lose money directly and indirectly by avoiding cards. What are the costs of accepting cash, and how does it compare with cards?
How to accept payments without contact with the customer
How can merchants accept card payments while avoiding physical touch? We list remote payments and contactless methods with a card machine.
How can you accept cards when there’s no 3G or internet?
With no network connectivity like 3G, and no WiFi or internet, how do you take card payments? We give you the options - with or without a card machine.
What is legal tender in the UK?
What's the meaning of legal tender? We define the term, list the legal tenders in the UK and explain the rules for businesses and consumers.
Is it illegal to charge for card payments in the UK?
Are businesses allowed to add a surcharge on card transactions? What does the UK law say? See the rules and exceptions that merchants should follow.
SMS payments and charities
Charities have become important users of SMS payments, both to raise money and to give direct help. What are real-life examples of this?
How do SMS payments work for users?
Read about how text (SMS) payments work and the types of transactions they can be used for.
20 practical ways to recycle your old credit card
Millions of credit cards are in circulation, many of which are expiring every month. Instead of throwing them out, what other things could you do?
What kinds of businesses are restricted with Square, PayPal, iZettle and SumUp?
Not all merchants are approved by Square, iZettle, SumUp or PayPal. What are the restricted businesses, and why is it harder to get approval for them?
The bad press history of SMS payments
SMS payments had negative publicity in the press in the early years due to some unscrupulous behaviour, although this is not the case anymore.