E-commerce: Must I Be A Cc Merchant?

[JDanniel]

Hi everyone.

 

A very basic question about setting up an e-commerce shopping cart account for my web site: Forgive the ignorance, but do I have to apply to be a credit card merchant to use this tool, or is there a feature in the software that automatically processes the sale?

 

Is E-Commerce PayPal-compatible? Can I use PayPal with the shopping cart as a means of customer payment?

 

Where would be the best source of information regarding setting up such a shopping cart?

 

Thanks everyone. Jd

 

 

PS: I'd prefer to use PayPal, for simplicity's sake, and because we aren't talking major purchasing expenditures. I know some people aren't comfortable with PayPal, though, so I'm just trying to explore other options.

[natimage]

Hi Jd.

 

I can give you a little info. until someone more informed comes along!!

 

do I have to apply to be a credit card merchant to use this tool, or is there a feature in the software that automatically processes the sale

There are "package" deals out there that include the shopping cart and everything else you need for an e-commerce site. You can find such places simply by doing a google search for "ecommerce" or other terms such as "shopping cart, payment gateway, merchant accounts". Most shopping carts alone do not come with everything that is needed to get your e-commerce site up and going. Check out the

Running Your Online Business Forum here at TCH. I gained lots of info. from there!

 

Is E-Commerce PayPal-compatible? Can I use PayPal with the shopping cart as a means of customer payment?

 

If you are speaking of PDG E-Commerce software specifically, it looks like you can use Paypal with that cart. I believe that most carts would allow you to use Paypal if that is your choice.

 

Good luck on your site!!

[JDanniel]

Thanks for replying. I found that other forum moments after posting my note.

 

Jd

[ThumpAZ]

One thing to note with PayPal is this:

If you plan to accept CC payments through paypal, you have to sign up for a different type of acct. Check into that as well. The CC fees are more than what you find with a normal merchant account through the bank, but are not as harsh of agreement terms.

All in all, Paypal CC acceptance is still easier than a Merchant Acct through a bank.