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Third Party Merchant Accounts

Third-party merchant accounts (payment facilitators and aggregated processors) let startups accept cards quickly but usually charge higher fees, impose reserves, and limit control. Use them as a short-term bridge while preparing to qualify for a direct merchant account.

Third Party Merchant Account

Third-party merchant solutions - PayFacs, aggregators, and merchant cash advances - can get you processing quickly, but they often cost more and can strain cash flow. Read contracts, compare alternatives, and model repayment impacts before you sign.