Virtual Terminal
Is it safe to take payments over the phone?
This article explains the risks involved when taking payments when the customer or card is not present and the ways you can minimise fraud and risk.
20th March 2023
This article explains the risks involved when taking payments when the customer or card is not present and the ways you can minimise fraud and risk.
It’s true! Virtual terminal from Yorkshire Payments allows you to accept card payments from customers anytime, anywhere with an internet connection on any of your devices (Laptop, desktop, tablet, smart phone).
When you make a sale, have you ever wondered about the process behind the payment? Your sale embarks on a multi-step journey all in the fraction of a second. See our Life Cycle of a Card Payment to see an example of a card payment process.
When shopping online the payment goes on a journey, all in a matter of a few seconds. See our infographic of the life cycle of an online payment to understand more about the process.
Starting a business online has it’s appeals, it can be quick to set up and you can access a global audience. An online business has the advantages of being able to run on a low budget and isn’t beholden to a bricks and mortar premises.
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Yorkshire Payments
22 Bethel Street
Brighouse
West Yorkshire
HD6 1JN
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