Total processing volume (also known as total payment volume, or TPV) is the sum of all payments passed through a specific payment processor over a given period of ti...

As magical as the payment process can seem when everything is going according to plan, the fun can come to an abrupt end when the transaction is declined. Given how ...

Merchants, especially online, have no choice but to contract with at least one payment service provider (PSP) to ensure they can execute transactions with credit car...

What are Merchant Category Codes? A Merchant Category Code (MCC) is a four-digit number used to categorize merchants based on the merchant’s business activities and ...

Learn the meaning behind the different parts found on a credit card, as well as their function and relevant PCI DSS requirements, with this overview and FAQ.

The card networks and payment gateways designate high-risk merchants as less safe than their normal clientele because of evidence like high chargeback rates (above 1...

E-commerce, by its very nature, is international, which opens the door for a global customer base. Opting to accept global payments can ensure that merchants can off...