“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.”
Benefits of Acceptance
Why you should partner with Discover® Global Network
You want a way to grow your business. Together, we can help you attract loyal cardholders, tap into billions in spending power and serve global customers online.
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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
The Balancing Act Between Consumers and Merchants in the Digital Payment Age
See how business owners are responding to their customers’ digital payment demands in the U.S.
In store, online or in-app, accepting Discover® Network is just good business
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1. C + R Research Study of 2,000 Cardholders commissioned by DFS Services LLC and completed December 2016 2. 2017 UPS Pulse of the Online Shopper™ study, June 2017
Learn how accepting debit can offer a unique set of benefits for your business.
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Ready to start accepting in store or online? Contact your payment processor or find one from our list.
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Chances are, your in-store terminal is ready to accept cards on our network. Check it for yourself in minutes.
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Explore Business Owners FAQsProducts 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.
Resources to help you run your business
Acceptance Signage
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Learn how to avoid customer service issues when processing prepaid and debit transactions.
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