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Benefits of Acceptance

Why you should partner with Discover^® Global Network

You want a way to grow your business. Accept Discover Global Network and open your doors to your share of billions in global spend opportunity.

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Benefits of acceptance

Low Transaction Price

Discover transactions should be the same or competitive, compared to Visa and MasterCard.

Simple Setup

Chances are, you are already set up to accept Discover Global Network. Acceptance is included in every acquirer merchant ID that is issued – by contract.

One Combined Statement

You’ll receive one combined merchant statement that includes all of the networks you accept. You can also use the same customer service number for assistance.

Open your business to the global economy

When you accept Discover Global Network, you can also securely receive payments from multiple cards running on our network. That not only allows you to do business with international tourists but also opens you to online cross-border spend.

Grow your digital commerce

Mobile payments

Allow customers to pay with the convenience and security of digital wallets and your latest app.

E-commerce

Provide a more seamless payment experience to help reduce shopping card abandonment.

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Looking to enhance your e-commerce or mobile checkout experience? Explore our solution, Discover^® Digital Exchange

GEN Z Goes Shopping: How Payments are Shaping the Future of Commerce

Gen Z has shown they want options when they pay and that being able to pay in the way they want is core to their generational priorities. We will highlight potential points of connection with this young generation as they continue to come into their own.

In store, online or in-app, accepting Discover^® Global Network is just good business

58%

of primary* Cardmembers

have not returned to the same merchant in the past month when experiencing non-acceptance.¹

70%

of primary* Cardmembers

felt annoyed, frustrated or inconvenienced when their Discover^® card wasn’t accepted at the merchant.²

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1. C+R Research Study of 1,805 Discover Cardholders commissioned by DFS Services LLC and completed in January 2019
*primary cardmembers are defined as respondents who uses Discover^® Card more than other cards 2. Same as #1

Learn how accepting debit can offer a unique set of benefits for your business.

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Contact a Bank or Processor

Ready to start accepting in store or online? Contact your payment processor or find one from our list.

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Check Your POS Terminal

Chances are, your in-store terminal is ready to accept cards on our network. Check it for yourself in minutes.

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Products to help build loyalty and drive revenue

Use data to increase in-store traffic

Discover^® Commerce Xchange (DCX) allows businesses to easily and effectively target customers online and drive them to your physical store.

Build loyalty with a branded prepaid program

Our prepaid program makes it affordable and easy to thank customers or employees with rewards and rebate cards.

Grow your business with easy customer rewards

Keep customers coming back for more. Find out how our customizable, easy-to-manage Loyalty Solution can grow your business.

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“People are willing to spend more at our clubs, buy items in the pro shop and take classes, because they’re getting cash back from Discover.”

“We noticed a bump right away within days, but I would say within months there was a noticeable increase in sales.”

“We cater to a lot of travelers who prefer to pay with Discover. They're always grateful when they hear we accept it."

Resources to help you run your business

Acceptance Signage

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Fraud & Security

Access information on PCI compliance, fraud and security products, and more.

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Industry Perspectives

Gain insights on a range of topics including mobile payments and small business tips.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about acceptance and partnership with Discover Global Network.

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Chip Card (EMV^®) Resources

Need to start accepting chip cards? Access materials to help your business make the move.

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Authorization Best Practices

Learn how to avoid customer service issues when processing prepaid and debit transactions.

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Acceptance Logos and Signage

Let customers know you’re ready for their business with free acceptance signage for in-store display or your online checkout.

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Join Discover Global Network and find out what a powerful global payments partner can do for you.

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