Retail Merchants

Merchants that operate at retail locations can now leverage the speed of the Internet to authorize credit card transactions in as little as three seconds! By combining the robust Authorize.Net Payment Gateway with Internet Protocol (IP) enabled point-of-sale (POS) systems, you get an end-to-end solution that is far more efficient and reliable than dial-up systems.

IP-based POS systems offer several advantages:

• Faster Checkout Times – Improve customer satisfaction by speeding up checkout lines.
• Reduce Costs – Eliminate multiple dedicated telephone lines to reduce telecom expenses, while consolidating service costs for broadband.
• Increased Productivity – Simplify the integration of payment information into your enterprise applications.
• Stability and Reliability – The Authorize.Net platform rivals those of the largest e-commerce, trading, and portal Web sites. Our system handles millions of transactions every month, and is continuously monitored for performance.

Authorize.Net's Virtual Point of Sale (VPOS) allows you to process swiped, Card Present (CP) transactions at low retail rates—without having to purchase expensive hardware-based terminals. However, you can also choose from dozens of pre-integrated, third party POS systems in our Certified Solution Directory below, including solutions for kiosk merchants, restaurants and more.

Payment Gateway Standard Features

Virtual Point of Sale (VPOS)
Authorize.Net's browser-based VPOS turns any Internet-connected computer into a point-of-sale (POS) terminal with the addition of an inexpensive card swipe reader. Learn more...

Merchant Interface
The Merchant Interface is a password-protected Web site that allows you to manage transactions, configure payment gateway account settings, view account statements, download reports and more! Learn more...

Connection Methods
Choose a method that's right for your business: link to the Authorize.Net secure hosted payment form, host your own secure payment form, or use one of our certified shopping cart solutions. Learn more...

Free Customer Support
Our exceptional technical and account support team provides free support to all merchants via phone, e-mail or online chat. Learn more...

Security and Compliance
We are committed to providing merchants with tools and best practices to prevent fraud. Learn more...

Third-Party Solutions

Merchant Toolbox
Security, marketing, and productivity are essential to your business success. Authorize.Net partners with leading companies to offer you pre-screened and discounted solutions. Learn more...

Certified Point-of-Sale (POS) Solutions
Find IP-enabled credit card terminals and software products that integrate seamlessly with the Authorize.Net Payment Gateway to facilitate retail transactions. Learn more...

Certified Kiosks
Find a kiosk solution that enables secure credit card transactions through the Authorize.Net Payment Gateway. Learn more...

Certified Developer Directory
Get help connecting your business to the payment gateway by choosing a developer that has met our strict technical standards. Learn more...