A payment API that does what you need it to do

Today’s digital marketplace offers unprecedented opportunities for you to grow your business, yet these opportunities can also increase your risk of fraud. While larger organizations may have the luxury of resources to counter such threats, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) often find themselves struggling.

Visa’s Diana Unay interviewed Ryan Harris, Associate Director, Business Development with CHARACTER COUNTS!®

A TIN is any tax identification used for U.S. tax reporting, such as an SSN (social security number), ITIN (individual tax identification number), or EIN (employer identification number). An EIN is a specific type of TIN issued by the IRS (Internal Revenue Service) to identify a business and is often needed for banking, hiring, and payment setup.

To accept payment from your customers, you need to integrate a payment gateway with your eCommerce platform. Discover how Authorize.net supports seamless eCommerce integration with leading platforms, offering secure payments and a smoother checkout experience.

If you don't need a physical storefront to sell your goods and services, setting up an online business is a great alternative. Compared with a brick-and-mortar store, it can be faster and easier to get up and running with an eCommerce website, and upfront costs will generally be lower. What's more, an online store lets you reach beyond your local area and sell to customers across the country—and even overseas.

In today’s fast-moving economy, speed matters—especially when it comes to getting paid. Even thriving businesses with loyal customers can face cash flow challenges if their payments are delayed.

In the world of eCommerce, fraud is a constant threat. This blog discusses some common types of fraud, the potential costs of fraud, and steps you can take to help protect your SMB from fraud.

As the 2025 holiday season approaches, small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) everywhere are gearing up for one of the busiest shopping periods of the year. Whether you're a boutique retailer, a local service provider, or an online merchant, the stakes are high—but so are the opportunities.

Why do you need a merchant account when starting your business? A merchant account is one of the core building blocks for your business, whether you sell online or in person. Together with your payment gateway, a merchant account enables you to get paid for the goods or services you sell.