FastSpring

DECEMBER 19, 2023

If you’re selling video games direct-to-consumer (DTC), there’s a good chance you may be taking advantage of a “merchant of record” payment platform like Xsolla and others. Is your business ready? Reduce Downtime Risk Sometimes, technical issues arise that create downtime for your primary payment provider.

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FastSpring

JUNE 21, 2024

and Google LLC from limiting third-party companies that want to distribute and monetize their own apps on Google and Apple devices. This is to prevent the platform providers from “gatekeeping” while also forcing more competition between their own apps and others on the platforms. Related Reading News: U.S.

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Stax

MARCH 19, 2024

Business owners are increasingly showing an overwhelming preference for SaaS platforms with embedded payment capabilities as part of their offerings. Not to mention the benefit of extra revenues from payment processing fees collected on each transaction. What are Integrated Payments?

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Scytale

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Did you know that the total value of losses due to fraudulent card payments worldwide – including both credit and debit cards – is expected to reach $43 billion by 2028? Thats an astronomical number, and businesses accepting card payments must take security seriously to avoid falling victim to fraud.

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Stax

JANUARY 28, 2025

Completing online payments via manual card entry can be time-consuming and off-putting for customers. Research shows that 55% of customers will abandon their cart if they have to re-enter checkout information like credit card details, negatively affecting your business conversion rate. Learn More What is Click to Pay?

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Scytale

OCTOBER 30, 2024

If your business has any connection to the healthcare space, you’ve definitely come across HIPAA by now… right? Well, if you haven’t, it’s best we dive in quickly (before non-compliance lands your business in some serious sh@#). The HIPAA Bible Everything you need to know about HIPAA compliance.

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FastSpring

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Thanks to Tony Markov for contributing to this article! If you’re not sure how to sell an app direct to consumer (D2C) outside the app stores — or if you’re looking for a new way to monetize your mobile app or game — you may be wondering what options you have. In this article, we’ll cover: Current app store practices and rates.

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Stax

MARCH 27, 2025

A cash shortage, a payment delay, and limited payment options. Thats why 92% of consumers and 82% of companies reportedly made the switch to electronic payments, like Electronic Funds Transfers (EFT) and Automated Clearing House (ACH). EFT and ACH payments are fast, secure, and hassle-free. Which one should you choose?

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Stax

MARCH 18, 2025

Steps To Implementing Payment Tokenization In the SaaS Industry The global economy is shifting to digital currencies andtransactions. Because of this,the concern for payment security is at an all-time high. Payment tokenization helps safeguard cardholder data, so your users can collect and process payments securely.

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FastSpring

JANUARY 31, 2023

To help you choose between Stripe vs. Paddle vs. FastSpring, this guide compares: What areas of the payment lifecycle each one provides a solution for (e.g., payment processing, gathering and remitting taxes, and subscription management) and what additional software you’ll need to add to your tech stack.

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FastSpring

JANUARY 9, 2023

Most Stripe alternatives fall into one of two categories: (1) payment processors, or (2) a billing solution that covers payment processing and other aspects of billing such as fraud detection, checkout, and more. A MoR also takes the lead on chargebacks, tax audits, legal compliance, and more. MoRs for SaaS Companies.

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User Pilot

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

What are the best Salesforce integrations in 2024? In the article, we look at 12 solid contenders for this title, covering a few most common use cases: In-app user engagement Sales funnel management Customer support Analytics and reporting Marketing Collaboration and project management Let's dive right in!

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FastSpring

AUGUST 20, 2024

The Associated Press reports that Judge Donato suggested he may require Google to allow alternative app stores on Android devices, a move aimed at reducing Google’s dominance over app distribution and billing on its platform. Already using a merchant of record to monetize your game directly to consumers?

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FastSpring

JANUARY 10, 2023

There are tons of monthly recurring billing software solutions available, so it can seem difficult to determine which one is right for your business. This article is meant to help by providing two important factors to consider when choosing a recurring billing tool. Handling failed payments and customer notifications.

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Stax

MARCH 21, 2024

In this article, we’ll explore the many benefits of SaaS and how to implement SaaS payments. Because of their many benefits, businesses have realized the need for implementing SaaS payments as well. Security and compliance SaaS providers put a lot of effort into protecting their applications as well as business data.

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Stax

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The writing on the wall is clear—businesses need to start accepting digital payments and software providers need to start offering payment services one way or another. In this article, we’ll break down two popular terms used in the payment processing industry—ISV and PayFac —and see what they exactly mean.

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Stax

JANUARY 22, 2024

In a world where we’re spending more and more time online and every click is a potential transaction, it’s no surprise the eCommerce and digital payments sectors are experiencing exponential growth. In this article, we’ll dive into the intricacies of two types of players in the eCommerce ecosystem: payment gateways and payment facilitators.

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Scytale

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Many organizations struggle to find a clear path to HIPAA compliance. They are constantly led off course by trying to understand the complicated terminology, policies and requirements surrounding compliance. They investigate complaints, conduct compliance reviews, and provide education and outreach to foster compliance.

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Baremetrics

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

The story of payment processors begins in 1998 when Confinity (later X.com, but you probably know it as PayPal) was released. This early payment processor did very little and wasn’t all that important to global commerce. That history might be interesting to some, but the real questions are: What are payment processors?

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Stax

JANUARY 17, 2024

Automated Clearing House (ACH) payments are a type of electronic bank-to-bank payment system in the US. Unlike payments facilitated by card networks like Visa or Mastercard, ACH payments are managed by a body called the National Automated Clearing House Association (NACHA). Let’s get started.

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Stax

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Cash is no longer having its moment; card payments are in. From debit and credit cards to Google or Apple Pay, digital, contactless, and mobile payments are on the rise. That’s why for most businesses, it’s almost impossible to make do without a credit card terminal. Learn More What’s a Payment Terminal?

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Stax

JANUARY 29, 2024

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, efficient and seamless payment processing is paramount to your bottom line. As industry leaders in billing software, our mission is to help our customers work more efficiently, recover more revenue, and effortlessly collect invoices. Learn More What is a Billing Platform?

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Stax

JUNE 25, 2024

With 63% of donors preferring to make online payments with a debit or credit card, it’s important that nonprofits and charity organizations take a forward-thinking fundraising approach to maximize the impact they can make. Don’t worry: today, we’ll help you find the best charity payment solution for your nonprofit.

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FastSpring

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

In the below article, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about Thailand’s new VAT requirements for sales of digital products and services. Previously, this type of business was not required to register for VAT. Foreign e-services provider requirements What are Thailand’s VAT rates for E-Services?

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BetterCloud

JANUARY 15, 2025

Ensuring its privacy and security requires the proper infrastructure, people, processes, and practices in place. One of the strengths of SaaS is its ability to integrate with third-party systems, including other SaaS apps. A rogue actor can penetrate a SaaS app using an outdated or insecure integration. But whats in them?

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Stax

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

A payment gateway is a must-have for online stores. In fact, research from 2023 shows that 69% of Americans said they’ve used a digital payment method in the past 3 months when making a purchase. And the best way for online businesses to start accepting payments is with a payment gateway.

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FastSpring

JANUARY 5, 2021

To help you find the right billing software for your online business, we’re covering the ten features your billing software needs to have: 1. Global Compliance. Revenue Recovery. Third-Party Integrations. Again, you’re not an accountant; you’re a business owner. Or at least view screenshots of the actual platform.

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FastSpring

OCTOBER 11, 2021

As we’ll describe in this article: The Reserve Bank of India is enforcing new data storage rules. Stores, financial institutions, and payment gateways will not be allowed to store credit or debit card data for the purpose of automatically rebilling that card every month for a subscription. . Automatic rebills will no longer be allowed.

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FastSpring

JANUARY 29, 2021

Some of the updates to our platform include faster seller onboarding, support for more languages, and a play-by-play rundown of how we’ve made PSD2 compliance effortless for our sellers. Made PSD2 Compliance Easy for Global Sellers. Coming soon: Webhooks & APIs for seamless integration with your existing CRMs and ERPs.

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Buffer Resources

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Whether you’ve just made your first $100 or crossed the $100,000 mark, monetization is an ever-evolving part of your journey as a creator, thanks to platforms constantly innovating new ways to pay – and TikTok is no exception. In this article, we break down what you need to know about the TikTok Creativity Program.

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Stax

MARCH 26, 2024

Online payment systems are the standard. Online terminals (sometimes referred to as virtual terminals) power various types of transactions, including eCommerce and payments made over the phone. This article covers the what, why, and how of online terminals; all a business owner needs to know to dive in and thrive.

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FastSpring

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

It’s especially important to note that Digital River is a merchant of record (MoR), which means that many payment service providers may not include the kind of comprehensive services you’re used to with an MoR. Three other payments options in 2024. What Makes a Merchant of Record Different From Payment Service Providers ?

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Stax

JUNE 20, 2024

From fostering strategic alliances to unlocking new revenue streams, the choice profoundly impacts a SaaS company’s trajectory. In this article, we’ll explore key aspects software service providers must consider when navigating an ISV partner ecosystem. Its purpose? To foster symbiotic relationships that drive mutual growth.

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Stax

AUGUST 26, 2024

The year 2024 is a special one for everyone at Stax because we’re celebrating a decade of transforming the payments industry and supporting our merchants and partners with innovative technologies and unwavering support. Launching PayFac and ISV solutions In 2019 and 2020, Stax became more than just a payment processor for merchants.

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Stax

DECEMBER 4, 2023

For any merchant selling products or services online, it’s always a good idea to allow customers to make payments on their platform itself—instead of redirecting them to a third-party website or gateway. In this article, we’ll discuss everything you need to know about ensuring AML compliance as a payment facilitator (or PayFac).

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Subscription Flow

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Subscription pricing with the help of automated billing software has transformed many industries and provided businesses with a dynamic way to generate revenue, especially in the SaaS space. Moreover, developing a profitable pricing strategy requires consistent model testing and compliance with international tax laws.

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