I want to start conducting transactions over the Internet. Do I need to set up a new account or can I just use my existing account?

If you already have a merchant account, a separate merchant outlet number will be provided for your online store. You would complete a new application for the additional location to be submitted and approved. We can provide you with chain reporting so you can have both a separate and consolidated view of your company’s credit card processing activity.

As a merchant, what types of credit cards can I accept?

Most merchant terminals support MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover, Diners Club/Carte Blanche and JCB cards. Although we can support all credit card types, our processors only have the ability to process settlement (payment to merchants) for MasterCard, Visa, DC/CB, Discover and JCB. When processing with an established AMEX SE number, all transactions will be paid out directly by AMEX, unless we have requested via the application to establish a new AMEX SE number that is directly issued by the processor.

I already have a credit card terminal. Can I just reprogram it to work with PPS?

In many cases, you may be able to use the equipment you already own. To find out, we would need to confirm your current terminal equipment type and verify whether it is supported by our processor.

I want to begin accepting payments with credit cards. What kind of hardware do I need?

Many factors determine the kind of hardware you will need, including: type of merchant account you want to establish (e.g., ecommerce, retail or direct market), the type of industry you’re in, how many transactions you have a day, type of transactions you’ll be processing, how many locations your business has, etc. Once we have all of this information, we will be better able to advise you on the type of equipment you’ll need to be able to process credit cards

What are the costs for your processing and other services?

Because each of our customers has unique needs, our processing services are customized according to the specifics of their business. Pricing is based on factors such as type of industry, method in which payments are accepted, card types accepted, monthly volume and a number of other variables. To receive a personalized pricing quote from one of our helpful representatives, you would simply need to forward us your most recent processing statement.

How do I establish a retail or traditional direct marketing merchant account?

There are several ways to open an account with PPS. For all merchant accounts you can fill out our application form and a sales representative will work you to get your account approved. Our trained account executives will listen to your needs and recommend solutions to help you surpass your business objectives.

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I want to start conducting transactions over the Internet. Do I need to set up a new account or can I just use my existing account?
As a merchant, what types of credit cards can I accept?
I already have a credit card terminal. Can I just reprogram it to work with PPS?
I want to begin accepting payments with credit cards. What kind of hardware do I need?
What are the costs for your processing and other services?
How do I establish a retail or traditional direct marketing merchant account?

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