Tip of the Week: Accepting Online Payments

In any type of e-commerce or online transaction, there are two steps for the seller (in your case, the photographer). You must have a ‘payment gateway’: this is the company that securely processes the transaction. The second step is a ‘merchant account’: this is the company that transfers the money from the customer to you. We offer three options for accepting online payments, and you’ll need accounts with these services. Of course, there are fees associated with each step of the process, but we can help you determine which method is best for you. Authorize.net - They can be used as just your payment gateway, or as both your payment gateway and merchant account. The fees can appear complicated as they vary by type of transaction, and...

Read More