Businesses that accept in-person payments or payments online know how critical the checkout experience is for their customers. A more efficient checkout process can be the tipping point for a great or poor customer experience. Ultimately, business owners want to focus on the former and not the latter. So, how do these merchants ensure that…
The retail landscape is incredibly competitive, no matter whether you are running an online store or relying on physical locations to attract customers. In such a dynamic environment, standing out from the crowd can be a significant challenge. One of the ways to build a solid customer base and guarantee customer satisfaction across channels is…
If you’ve ever made a payment by swiping your credit or debit card through credit card readers or card terminals, you’ve used magstripe payments. Although this payment solution has dominated the industry for years, it’s slowly being phased out as more reliable, secure, and convenient alternatives that gain popularity. In the following sections, we explore…
Ever since online shopping became available, major actors in the online payments space have tried to minimise the risk of fraudulent transactions. This was originally done with two-factor authentication as part of 3D secure authentication. If you are a merchant who offers shoppers ease and convenience in terms of making online purchases and these concepts…
Payment fraud is a serious concern for both merchants and consumers who shop online. Having your card details stolen is a serious risk to your sensitive financial information. Meanwhile, merchants face the risk of chargebacks, fraud and other issues if payment authentication is not accurate. Payment authentication was introduced to address this concern. And while…
Across the world, the issuing and use of EMV cards are rising rapidly. These credit and debit cards aim to make card-present transactions more secure. And this has resulted in a drastic reduction of card fraud globally. For this reason, merchants operating brick-and-mortar locations and physical stores are increasingly equipping themselves with EMV card readers…
When it comes to online payments, two major contenders stand out in the space: Samsung Pay and Google Pay. Although several others exist, these two global payment giants are making waves and introducing ease of payments to millions of people worldwide. If you’re new to these options for making contactless payments, you’ve come to the…
When it comes to contactless payments, using a mobile device is among the top preferred options in the UK. For those using an iOS device or Apple devices like the Apple Watch or iPhone, using the Apple wallet for shopping is quick, easy, and convenient. In the following sections, we’ll review what it takes to…
In recent years, contactless card payments have skyrocketed in the UK. For example, studies reveal that over 93% of all in-store card transactions of less than £100 were completed via a contactless payment. This demonstrates the shift in trending global card transactions, encouraging more and more businesses to accept contactless payments. Plenty of popular wallet…
Sending invoices is a crucial aspect of running a business. This is particularly true for B2B (business-to-business) transactions, where it serves as a common payment method. While the process may seem straightforward, it’s essential to understand the various methods used for sending invoices and the best practices to streamline payment processing. In this comprehensive guide,…
To manage invoices, track payments, and store extensive client data can be challenging, especially for small businesses with limited time and resources. That’s where modern invoicing software solutions come in handy. When merchants invest in such a tool, they can easily simplify their billing and invoicing processes and ensure timely card payments, healthy cash flow,…
Managing your own business is no easy feat, especially when doing it all alone, but as difficult as it may look, it can be twice as rewarding. Beatriz Penas is an example – she’s a small merchant with a big drive. And while she never really planned to be an entrepreneur, her story is a…
The South Korean electronics giant Samsung is renowned for the quality of the myriad of appliances it creates. However, it is also rapidly advancing into the world of digital payments. In June 2022, Samsung introduced its Samsung Wallet, the frontrunner after Samsung Pay. But what is Samsung Wallet? How does it support your daily needs…
Google Pay (now known as the Google Wallet app) is a digital wallet app created by Google. It ranks among the most frequently used contactless payment apps in the UK, supporting both online and in-store payments made via Android devices. However, how secure is Google Pay, and what security measures does it implement to guarantee…
Thanks to the digital transformations in the world we live in today, consumers in the UK prefer using Google Pay to make contactless payments via their Android devices. To stay up-to-date and capitalise on this opportunity, businesses are exploring ways to support this payment method. The following sections uncover the ins and outs of setting…
