Merchant Benefits of Accepting Credit & Debit Card Payments

Give your customers more spending power

When customers aren’t limited by cash in their wallet, it’s easier for them to make more purchases on the spot.

Reduce theft

Electronic payments are safe and secure, and by managing less cash, you're less vulnerable to theft or mishandling.

Get paid quickly — guaranteed

When customers pay with a card, you’re guaranteed to get paid.

Remove foreign currency limitations

Electronic payments using Mastercard^® and Maestro^® payment products are settled in U.S. dollars, regardless of the currency the consumer uses.

Simplify back-office operations

Accepting Mastercard reduces the amount of time spent making bank deposits and reconciling payments, giving you more time to focus on business-boosting tasks.

Expand your base

Consumers seek businesses that accept electronic payments, both for convenience and to take advantage of rewards programs they have set up with their issuing banks.

Allow customers to buy what they want, when they want it

By accepting Mastercard, your customers will be able to purchase what they want, quickly and easily.

Shorten the checkout process

With just a swipe or a tap of a card, consumers can speed through checkout.

Start accepting and grow your business

Increased sales, better customer relationships, streamlined operations - the benefits are easy to see