Visa & Mastercard Fee Increases: Don’t Panic
If you’ve recently received a letter or email from your payment provider saying your card processing charges are going up, you’re definitely not alone. Many businesses across the UK are seeing price increases as payment providers pass on higher costs linked to Visa...
The EPOS Trap Costing Pub Operators Thousands: Why Payment Choice Matters
When pub owners invest in a new EPOS system, they're usually focused on improving efficiency, streamlining operations and enhancing customer service. But there's one question many don't ask until it's too late: "Will this EPOS system restrict who I can use for card...
March of the Day III Fundraising Total Reaches £135,000
Our very own Jason Costello, Head of Marketing & Communications, was part of the core team of walkers for March of the Day III, a continuous six-day, 350-mile fundraising challenge that has raised £135,000 so far for MND causes. As a company, we are proud to have...
Team acceptcards® Taking on March of the Day III for MND Causes
The team at acceptcards® is proud to support March of the Day III, a six-day, 350-mile walking challenge raising vital funds and awareness for people affected by Motor Neurone Disease (MND). Taking place from the 1st to the 6th of June, the challenge brings together...
Beyond Transaction Fees: The Hidden Cost of Taking Card Payments
Transaction fees are just the beginning. Chargebacks, fraud, and operational strain can quietly erode your margins if left unchecked. The Hidden Costs of Card Payments Most UK businesses understand card processing fees, but those visible costs are only part of the...
How acceptcards® Helped R D Johns Unlock Faster Cash Flow — Without Disrupting Their Business
Sometimes things work… but they’re quietly costing you more than you realise. That was the situation at R D Johns Foodservice, one of the South‑West’s fastest‑growing independent food wholesalers. No big problems. No complaints. Just a feeling that things could be...
Barclaycard ePDQ Closure nearly hear – Are You Prepared? Still Time If Not
Many business clients are receiving letters from Barclaycard Payments confirming that their Smartpay Checkout (ePDQ) gateway will be closed by 31 March 2026, leaving many wondering what to do next. At acceptcards®, the UK’s largest independent payments broker,...
Nearly 10 Years of FSQS Accreditation
We’ve been proudly FSQS accredited since 2017, when we were the first payments company in the UK to become accredited. While a lot has changed in the world of payments since then, our commitment to high standards hasn’t. Keeping this accreditation year after year is...
