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Discover how payment APIs work, the various types accessible to UK businesses, and understand best practices for payment API integration. Identify the appropriate payments API solution for your business requirements in 2025, considering factors such as real-time payments and security compliance.
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With the wide variety of online payment systems available today, we take a look at some of the most cost-effective payment gateways in the UK.
6 best payment systems for UK small businesses
For a small business owner, payment systems play a crucial role in improving cash flow and they also offer the potential for dramatic savings on payment processing fees. Let’s look at how the choice of payment systems impacts UK small businesses.
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Choosing the best payment gateway for your WooCommerce store
Choosing the right WooCommerce payment gateway can significantly enhance your Woo store by streamlining transactions and minimising payment processing fees.
6 best WooCommerce payment plugins for UK merchants
Choosing a cost-effective WooCommerce payment plugin can significantly reduce operating costs and streamline cashflows for your business
Build your online store with WooCommerce
In a business environment that’s increasingly online, WooCommerce could be the gateway for your store to join the e-commerce space.
Getting paid is killing SMEs
For small businesses in the UK, survival often hinges on cash flow. Prompt payment of invoices is crucial. Every penny counts and the time to settle can make or break a business. Let’s shed light on timelines involved in card processing settlements, and crucially, demonstrate a better way.
New Open Banking integrations to revolutionise payments
We will be launching a range of new Open Banking payment services at an in-person event in the Auditorium at Rise, the heart of Fintech - and an excellent venue for networking!
VIP lounge anybody? Well, if you're paying...
Like every other business, card providers have long recognised the importance of attracting and retaining customers. To achieve this, they employ various strategies, with loyalty schemes being a prominent and effective tool. But who foots the bill?