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What is Credit Card Processing & How Does it Work?

by michael bedwell Digital Marketer

When you make a purchase with your credit card, the merchant will process the transaction through a credit card processor. This is a company that specializes in handling credit card transactions and will usually charge the merchant a fee for their services. The processor will then submit the transaction to the credit card issuer for approval. Once approved, the issuer will provide the funds to the merchant and the customer will be responsible for repaying the credit card issuer.


There are a few different types of credit card processors, but the two most common are banks and payment service providers. Banks typically offer lower payment processing fees than payment service providers, but they may not have as many features or be as user-friendly. Payment service providers usually have more features and are easier to use, but their fees are typically higher.


When choosing a credit card processor, it's important to compare the fees and features of each type to find the one that best suits your needs. You'll also want to make sure that the processor you choose is compatible with the credit cards you accept. For example, if you only accept Visa and Mastercard, you'll want to make sure that the processor you choose can process those types of transactions.


Once you've chosen a credit card processor, you'll need to set up an account with them. This usually involves providing some basic information about your business, such as your name, address, and contact information. You'll also need to provide the credit card numbers that you accept and your merchant account number.


After your account is set up, you'll be able to start processing credit card transactions. To do this, you'll need to enter the credit card information into the processor's system. This includes the credit card number, expiration date, and security code. You'll also need to provide the amount of the purchase, the name of the cardholder, and the billing address.


Once you've entered all of this information, the processor will then charge the credit card and send the funds to the merchant. The funds will typically arrive in two to three business days. The merchant will then deposit the funds into their account and the customer will be responsible for repaying the credit card issuer.


It's important to note that there are some limitations on how much you can charge to a credit card. For example, you can only charge a certain percentage of the purchase price. You'll also need to have a minimum purchase amount in order to qualify for the best rates.


When you're ready to start processing credit card transactions, you'll need to get a merchant account. You can apply for one through your bank or a payment service provider. Once you have an account, you'll be able to start accepting credit cards and begin processing transactions.


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